Laser Photocoagulation
Overview of Procedure
Laser photocoagulation involves directing a focused beam of light (laser) onto the affected area, causing localized heating and coagulation of the tissue. This controlled damage can seal leaking blood vessels, destroy abnormal tissue, or stimulate the body's healing response.
In the clinic, the laser can be performed while sitting on a slit-lamp machine, where the doctor may place a lens on your eye after using anesthetic eye drops to focus the laser to the retina, or it could be done via a headset on the doctor who will use a lens in his hand to focus the laser on the retina. At other times, a laser is performed as part of the surgical procedure in the operating room.
The procedure typically takes a few minutes to an hour, depending on the condition being treated and the extent of the affected area.
Some may experience temporary discomfort, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light. Complications are rare but may include vision loss, bleeding, or scarring. However, the benefits of the treatment usually outweigh the risks.
Most patients can resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
Laser photocoagulation is generally a safe and effective treatment option for many eye conditions, often preventing or delaying vision loss. However, multiple treatments may be necessary, while the procedure cannot restore vision that has already been lost.
Overview of Procedure
Laser photocoagulation involves directing a focused beam of light (laser) onto the affected area, causing localized heating and coagulation of the tissue. This controlled damage can seal leaking blood vessels, destroy abnormal tissue, or stimulate the body's healing response.
In the clinic, the laser can be performed while sitting on a slit-lamp machine, where the doctor may place a lens on your eye after using anesthetic eye drops to focus the laser to the retina, or it could be done via a headset on the doctor who will use a lens in his hand to focus the laser on the retina. At other times, a laser is performed as part of the surgical procedure in the operating room.
The procedure typically takes a few minutes to an hour, depending on the condition being treated and the extent of the affected area.
Some may experience temporary discomfort, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light. Complications are rare but may include vision loss, bleeding, or scarring. However, the benefits of the treatment usually outweigh the risks.
Most patients can resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
Laser photocoagulation is generally a safe and effective treatment option for many eye conditions, often preventing or delaying vision loss. However, multiple treatments may be necessary, while the procedure cannot restore vision that has already been lost.
Overview of Procedure
Laser photocoagulation involves directing a focused beam of light (laser) onto the affected area, causing localized heating and coagulation of the tissue. This controlled damage can seal leaking blood vessels, destroy abnormal tissue, or stimulate the body's healing response.
In the clinic, the laser can be performed while sitting on a slit-lamp machine, where the doctor may place a lens on your eye after using anesthetic eye drops to focus the laser to the retina, or it could be done via a headset on the doctor who will use a lens in his hand to focus the laser on the retina. At other times, a laser is performed as part of the surgical procedure in the operating room.
The procedure typically takes a few minutes to an hour, depending on the condition being treated and the extent of the affected area.
Some may experience temporary discomfort, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light. Complications are rare but may include vision loss, bleeding, or scarring. However, the benefits of the treatment usually outweigh the risks.
Most patients can resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
Laser photocoagulation is generally a safe and effective treatment option for many eye conditions, often preventing or delaying vision loss. However, multiple treatments may be necessary, while the procedure cannot restore vision that has already been lost.
