Trabeculectomy
Trabeculectomy means it is a surgical procedure used to treat glaucoma. It creates a new path for fluid to drain from the eye for lowering the intraocular pressure.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which is the nerve that carries visual information from the eye to the brain. One of the main causes of glaucoma is increased pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure or IOP).
Trabeculectomy is typically performed when other treatments, such as eye drops or laser surgery, have not been effective in controlling IOP. It is a complex procedure that requires specialized training and experience.
How does trabeculectomy work?
During a trabeculectomy creates a small opening in the wall of the eye and removes a tiny piece of tissue. This creates a new path for fluid to drain from the eye.
The fluid then collects under the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye.
It is absorbed into the bloodstream.
What are the risks and complications of trabeculectomy?
Trabeculectomy is a safe and effective procedure, but it is not without risks. Possible complications include:
Infection: The risk of infection is low, but it can occur.
Bleeding: Bleeding can occur during or after surgery.
Detachment of the retina: This is a serious complication that can lead to vision loss.
Cataracts: Cataracts can develop after trabeculectomy surgery.
Failure of the surgery: In some cases, the surgery may not be successful in lowering IOP.
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Eye surgery