Laser Glaucoma

I-CareMedicare Services Offers Low Cost Laser vision Treatment to Southern Ireland Clients

(PRWEB) November 4, 2004

Tremendous savings of UP TO 50% can be made on the cost of Laser Vision Correction, Cataract removal, Glaucoma Surgery, or Lens implants by visiting our Private clinics in France.

If you live anywhere in the UK and you are tired of waiting for the NHS to perform your Cataract removal, or Glaucoma treatment then we can help to speed up the process for you. It is now possible to have the operation within one week of contacting us, and what’s more, the cost saving can be up to 50% when compared to the same cost in private clinics in Great Britain.

Laser Vision Correction

One of the main advantages of Laser vision Surgery is that there is very little discomfort involved with the process. Most patients have both eye’s treated the same day. The day of your procedure your vision will seem out of focus. Generally, sharp visual acuity is achieved after a good night’s sleep. Most patients return to their normal activities within the first couple of days after the procedure without the need for spectacles.

For Patients with more than 6 sph diopters of myopia (near sighted) and for hyperopic (long sighted) patients, it may take a little longer for them to achieve sharp vision.

Like most major purchases, it is possible to pay too much for Laser Surgery. Laser Surgery should be a carefully considered decision, since this procedure will determine how well you see for the rest of your life. Laser Vision will correct the vision almost immediately and the general aim is to achieve best distance vision without the need for spectacles. If you are over the age of 45 you may still need to wear reading glasses due to the normal ageing effects of presbyopia which can not be cured as this is a normal condition associated with ageing of the muscles which control the focusing ability of the eye.

Cataract Surgery

This procedure can be carried out at our registered clinics in Calais France. Whenever possible, we aim for the operation to be carried out on the same day as the initial consultation, followed by an overnight stay at the Clinic for observation purposes. For convenience these operations can be carried out over a weekend if required. As our cost for this Procedure is much lower in France, it is possible to offer our services at much lower rates than those normally found in Great Britain, and in many cases are very competative with rates found elsewhere in Europe.

Glaucoma Treatment and Operations

These procedures can be carried out at our registered clinics in Calais France. Due to the nature of Glaucoma, each case is independently assessed by our Surgeons who will then advise you on the most appropriate treatment or operation.

Corrective Lens Implants

For those whose prescription is outside the normal treatment range of Laser Vision Correction, then intraocular lens implants are an option which is available. Implanted lenses can be used for the correction of more severe levels of short sight, long sight and astigmatism. Implants are a tiny lens which is placed inside the eye in a manner similar to that used for cataract patients. The lens is inserted through a small incision in the side of the cornea and sits in front of the eye’s natural lens, just behind the cornea. The benefits of this method are that the treatment is pain free as it is conducted under a general anesthetic, and also the visual recovery is fast with very good visual acuity results and the success rate is very good.

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Glaucoma is an eye disease that involves high press in the eyes. This condition can gradually damage one’s vision and even lead to permanent vision loss. Until now, most doctors prescribe glaucoma medicines for treatment, either eye drops or oral medications. This is the commonest way to control glaucoma. In detail, these medicines can effectively control eye pressure at a low level. At the side of patients, medicines are believed to be the safest solution. Glaucoma patients have to maintain these medicines, in case of the buildup of pressure in the eyes. However, medicines used to control glaucoma are always associated with some side effects on the other hand. Some of those side effects are unnoticeable while others are significant.

 

With the basic knowledge of glaucoma itself, there is still another solution to this disease. In the eye, there is a clear fluid that flows through the passages. Excessive eye pressure will be caused if these passages get blocked which leads to fluid buildup in the eye. This pressure buildup in the eye will finally cause glaucoma, potentially damaging the optic nerve. In general, there are two types of glaucoma: primary open angle and acute angle-closed.

 

Another treatment for glaucoma is laser surgery. During such a laser surgery for glaucoma, the surgeon will make holes and use them to shrink the clogged areas in the eye. The obvious purpose is to decrease the abnormally high eye pressure by draining the fluid in the eye. In detail, the surgeon will use a tiny but powerful light beam to make such holes. Since glaucoma can affect only one eye, glaucoma laser surgery may treat a sole eye.

 

Glaucoma laser surgery can be performed in a doctor’s office or in a clinic. In some cases, eye grittiness may occur. Another possible complication is swelling eye or eyes. Light sensitivity and blurry vision are also potential. It is fortunate that these complications are temporary that they will go away in several days. During the healing process, eye drops or oral medications are sometimes needed.

 

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Each eye is complex and unique and has its own shape. Small imperfections in the eye scatters light waves which cause vision impairment. The procedure is done by a qualified and skilled surgeon.

Lasik laser refractive surgery has become an extremely effective treatment in eye correction. The surgery is done as an outpatient procedure and takes about five minutes per eye. The results are dramatic. It is a refractive surgery to correct errors and reshapes the cornea of the eye. It is an effective treatment and enhances the ability to focus. Lasik eye surgery is the most common type of laser vision correction. The procedure is done by a qualified and skilled surgeon. The recovery is minimal and most patients are able to see without vision correction the next day.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 45% of adults over 50 have never had a dilated eye exam. 1 out of every 3 adults over 40 has a vision problem. A growing problem is the lack of concern to seek out preventative eye care. With that serious problems with the eyes can go undetected and cause permanent damage. Some threatening eye problems include: cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and presbyopia.

Lasik surgery is refractive surgery to correct vision and eliminate the need for glasses and contact lenses. An initial baseline eye examination is needed with your eye doctor to see if you are a good candidate for Lasik eye surgery. If you wear contact lenses you should stop wearing them for several weeks before Lasik eye surgery since contacts change the shape of the cornea.

Lasik laser eye surgery correct most patient’s common vision problems as with Myopia or nearsightedness; Hyperopia or farsightedness and Astigmatism or distorted vision.

The total procedure takes less than 30 minutes. The laser system includes a large machine with a microscope and an attached computer screen. The laser is used to remove corneal tissue based on measurements taken at your initial evaluation. After the procedure your vision may be hazy or blurry.

This will improve considerably within the first few days. Plan on taking a few days from work until symptoms are gone. A follow up visit is scheduled within the first 24 to 48 hours after surgery to test your vision and examine your eye and regular scheduled interval check ups for at least six months.

Call your eye doctor or Houston Lasik surgeon for more information. Lasik laser surgery is available across America and in Texas in cities as Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio.

Who would have thought that a man without legs can walk again? Yes, with articial implants, a person who has lost both legs can still walk today. That’s the wonder of modern science. The same goes for those who have bad eyesight. Corrective laser eye surgeries can help you see clearly without the need for eye glasses or contact lenses anymore. Although this does not mean that the blind can see, it is still a miracle of sorts.

When we talk laser eye surgery, we usually think LASIK (Laser-assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) but there are also other refractive eye surgery such as : -

1) Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) – laser is used to remove tissue found in the surface of the cornea, which is the cause of vision problems.

2) Conductive Keratplasty (CK) – a small probe the size of one strand of hair is used to change the shape of the cornea by shrinking the surrounding tissues.

3) LASEK(Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis), which is a hybrid of photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and LASIK.

Whatever it is, laser eye surgery will help people who have astigmatism, near or farsightedness, see better.

Due to surging demand, the price for these procedures has gone up in recent years. A reason for the huge demand is the benefits of having good eyesight without the use of cumbersome glasses. A survey of more than 3 million Americans who have had laser surgery claim to live a better life after the operation.

These benefits of corrective laser eye surgeries are :-

i) ability to see well without the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses

ii) makes one look better, thus improving self confidence and esteem

iii) can perform better in certain sporting and other physical events

iv) ability to see clearly when waking up from a nap or after good night’s sleep

v) can treat eye dieseases like glaucoma, presbyopia, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

vi) no maintenance needed

If you have to wear glasses daily, you will no doubt want to get rid of it. Imagine being able to see thing clearer and not get blurred vision without something hanging on your nose and ears. Even being able to go for a relaxing swim and not bump into something or someone accidentally. Laser eye surgery can make this a reality for you.

Before going for a laser eye surgery, you will be examined by a doctor who will find out the extent of work that needs to be done on your eye. This usually take less than 5 minutes, that’s it. And the good thing is that almost anyone can quality for such procedures.

During the operation, you will not experience any pain since anesthesia will be used. However, the doctor will probably prepare you for any case of itchiness post operation. Some people have the urge to scratch when it itches. This should be avoided so that there will not be any disruption in the healing process that will happen after a few days.

If you are suffering from bad eyesight, it may be time to seriously consider laser eye surgery to remove the need for glasses or contact lenses. Depending on your problems, your doctor may perform LASIK, LESEK, PRK or CK on you. But it is a relatively minor operation and you should be able to return to work after the procedure.

Is the world a complete blur for you without your glasses or contact lenses? And when you do get your glasses on, do you resent the lack of freedom in all your movements? Perhaps it’s time you went in for corrective eye surgery.

Most corrective eye surgery is technically known as refractive eye surgery, an elective procedure intended to correct common eye disorders, or refractive errors, such as myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness) and astigmatism (distorted vision).

Where does laser eye surgery come in?

Laser refractive surgery is rapidly becoming the most technologically advanced and popular method available today to correct refractive errors, primarily because it provides near-total precision and predictability. However, there are still a relatively small number of ophthalmologists in the US who are trained in laser refractive surgery and in the calibration and operation of the laser.

The excimer laser, which is used in this type of surgery, received FDA approval in 1995 for correcting mild to moderate nearsightedness. At present, the excimer laser is approved for use in procedures called photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and laser in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK).

Photorefractive Keratectomy

Performed with local anesthetic eye drops, PRK is a refractive surgery that reshapes the cornea by removing tiny amounts of tissue from the outer surface with a computer-controlled ultraviolet beam of light. The beam is so precise that it can notch a strand of human hair without breaking it. The procedure is the commonest form of laser eye surgery, takes only a few minutes, and you can get back to normal life in a couple of days.

Is Laser Surgery for You?

Millions of patients have experienced total freedom from any kind of eyewear after laser surgery, but there are cons too, as with every surgical procedure. It is best to find out whether you are eligible for laser eye surgery. Here’s a checklist so you don’t end up with worse eyesight than you had before you went in:

- People who are slow healers or have ongoing medical conditions like glaucoma or diabetes are not good candidates for laser surgery

- Those with uncontrolled vascular disease, autoimmune disease, or people with certain eye diseases involving the cornea or retina are also poor candidates, so make sure you have a long chat with your doctor before you opt for surgery

- Pregnant women should avoid refractive surgery of any kind because the refraction of the eye may change during pregnancy

Facts you should know

- You needn’t worry if your pain threshold is low, since there is hardly any discomfort during surgery. Once the anesthetic wears off, the degree of pain varies from individual to individual, but any irritation is minor and usually vanishes within hours

- Worried about when you can return to work? Usually in one to three days post-surgery, but a better idea is to wait until you feel up to it

- Convalescence is minimal, and usually you can be driven home about 30 minutes after surgery. Typically, your eyesight improves within 3 to 5 days

- According to numerous surveys in the U.S. and worldwide, the effects of surgery appear permanent. As people age, however, their vision deteriorates naturally, so re-treatment may be necessary

- Laser surgery does not really restrict your activities, except you should not rub your eyes after surgery. Other than that, you can do whatever work you feel up to provided you follow doctor’s orders

The risk factor

In one word, minimal, but there have been a handful of cases where complications resulting from laser eye surgery have resulted in corneal transplants. So here goes:

- There is about a 0.1 percent chance of the cornea becoming infected after PRK, which usually means added discomfort and a delay in healing, but no long-term effects within a period of four years

- It is as yet not possible to definitely predict how your eye will respond to laser surgery. As a result, you may still need lenses after surgery for good vision. In some cases, a second procedure can improve the initial result

- Some patients find that their best vision with corrective lenses is worse than it was before the surgery. This is a result of either irregular tissue removal or development of corneal haze

- However, corneal haze is part of the normal healing process after PRK. In most cases, it has little or no effect on the final vision. However, some cases of excessive haze interfere with vision. As with under-correction, this can often be corrected by additional laser treatment.

- In some patients the effect of surgery gradually fades over several months. In such cases, a re-treatment is once again usually sufficient

- Some patients experience the halo effect, an optical effect noticed in dim light. As the pupil enlarges, a second faded image is produced by the untreated peripheral cornea. This can interfere with night driving. However, recorded cases are extremely rare.

As of now, a number of other lasers for eye surgery are being tested to determine their safety and efficacy. Such tests may allow for clinical studies involving the excimer laser and the correction of farsightedness, provided the FDA grants approval, which is something a potential patient should always check.

Laser treatment to prevent narrow angle from progressing to acute angle closure glaucoma from Dr. Mahootchi. Part One of Two. www.SeeBetterFlorida.com

I have heard that the pressure may begin to increase after a time. I’m wondering how much time that would be and what would be the next step? Would you get another laser treatment or would you get the conventional surgery?