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Typically implanted during cataract surgery, iStent\u00ae device can effectively lower IOP, one of the most important risk factors for glaucoma, and may reduce your reliance on glaucoma medication at the discretion of an eye care professional. \u00a0Several of our Doctors are now Certified for use of the new technology, iStent: Dr. John Davidson<\/a>, Dr. William Trotter<\/a>, Dr. Haghighi<\/a> and Dr. Joseph Chen<\/a>. \u00a0Read more about iStent\u00ae<\/a>.<\/p>\nIstent is an implantable titanium stent that is FDA approved to be placed at the time of\u00a0cataract surgery in selected glaucoma patients. \u00a0If you are a glaucoma patient considering cataract surgery, ask your doctor if the iStent might be appropriate for you.<\/p>\n
Common Glaucoma Treatments and Surgeries At Miramar Eye<\/h2>\n![\"Glaucoma](\"https:\/\/www.miramareye.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/872cb1f0596bebd7b38ef783bf798d2d.jpg\")
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Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (LPI)<\/h3>\n
For patients with narrow-angle glaucoma. A small hole is made in the iris to increase the angle between the iris and cornea and encourage fluid drainage.<\/p>\n
Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty (ALT) and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)<\/h3>\n
For patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). The trabecular passages are opened to increase fluid drainage. ALT is effective in about 75% of patients, and SLT may be repeated.<\/p>\n
Nd: YAG Laser Cyclophotocoagulation (YAG CP)<\/h3>\n
For patients with severe glaucoma damage who have not been helped with other surgeries. The ciliary body that produces intraocular fluid is destroyed.<\/p>\n
Filtering Microsurgery (Trabeculectomy)<\/h3>\n
For patients who have not been helped with laser surgery or medications. A new drainage passage is created by cutting a small hole in the sclera (the white part of the eye) and creating a collection pouch between the sclera and conjunctiva (the outer covering of the eye).<\/p>\n
Tube Shunt Surgery<\/h3>\n
May be recommended for patients with neovascular glaucoma, failed trabeculectomy, or susceptibility to developing scar tissue. A thin, flexible tube (a shunt) with a silicone pouch is inserted in the eye to facilitate drainage.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Click here for our FAQ's about Glaucoma Surgery \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n \nMiramar Eye Specialists Medical Group<\/a> are the first in Los Angeles area to have the Alcon \u201cHeads-Up\u201d system for retina-vitreous eye surgeries<\/a>. Read about it in Ventura County Star<\/a>.
\nTo learn more about our Ophthalmology Services<\/strong>, please call us at 805.648.3085<\/strong> to schedule an appointment!<\/p><\/p>\n<\/div> \n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\n
Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (LPI)<\/h3>\n
For patients with narrow-angle glaucoma. A small hole is made in the iris to increase the angle between the iris and cornea and encourage fluid drainage.<\/p>\n
Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty (ALT) and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)<\/h3>\n
For patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). The trabecular passages are opened to increase fluid drainage. ALT is effective in about 75% of patients, and SLT may be repeated.<\/p>\n
Nd: YAG Laser Cyclophotocoagulation (YAG CP)<\/h3>\n
For patients with severe glaucoma damage who have not been helped with other surgeries. The ciliary body that produces intraocular fluid is destroyed.<\/p>\n
Filtering Microsurgery (Trabeculectomy)<\/h3>\n
For patients who have not been helped with laser surgery or medications. A new drainage passage is created by cutting a small hole in the sclera (the white part of the eye) and creating a collection pouch between the sclera and conjunctiva (the outer covering of the eye).<\/p>\n
Tube Shunt Surgery<\/h3>\n
May be recommended for patients with neovascular glaucoma, failed trabeculectomy, or susceptibility to developing scar tissue. A thin, flexible tube (a shunt) with a silicone pouch is inserted in the eye to facilitate drainage.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Click here for our FAQ's about Glaucoma Surgery \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n Miramar Eye Specialists Medical Group<\/a> are the first in Los Angeles area to have the Alcon \u201cHeads-Up\u201d system for retina-vitreous eye surgeries<\/a>. Read about it in Ventura County Star<\/a>.
\nTo learn more about our Ophthalmology Services<\/strong>, please call us at 805.648.3085<\/strong> to schedule an appointment!<\/p><\/p>\n<\/div> \n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"