Laser – Injections

YAG-Laser Capsulotomy

Secondary cataract or Posterior Capsule Opacification is a common complication that can occur after cataract surgery. It is caused by the clouding of the posterior capsule of the lens, the membrane that holds the the intraocular lens in place. This results in a gradual reduction of the vision, similar to symptoms of the initial cataract. Secondary cataracts are treated by the method of YAG laser capsulotomy. This is a painless and short procedure, in which the ophthalmologist uses the YAG Laser to to create a small opening in the centre of the opaque capsule. This allows light to pass through freely, restoring clarity of vision. The procedure takes a few minutes and does not require hospitalization, allowing the patient to immediately return to their daily activities.

YAG-Laser Iridotomy

Iridotomy is a short and painless laser procedure. It is very safe and does not require hospitalization of the patient. The technique of iridotomy is applied to patients who have anatomically narrow angles and therefore predisposition to or established angle-closure glaucoma. Purpose of iridotomy is altering the anatomical position of the iris, widening the angle of the eye and make it easier for the eye to drain aqueous fluid effectively. A small hole is created in the iris (the coloured septum of the eye) assisted by YAG-Laser system, intending to create a communication between the anterior and posterior chamber of the eye in order to treat acute angle-closure glaucoma. The procedure is performed with local anaesthesia (eye drops) , takes a few minutes and the patient can immediately return to daily activities. It is possible after the iridotomy, depending on the case, anti-glaucoma medication may be necessary, as before the procedure.

Argon Laser - Retinal Photocoagulation​

Argon Laser photocoagulation is a specialized therapeutic method used for the treatment of various retinal diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema and retinal tears.

Argon Laser Photocoagulation Procedure
The procedure is performed in a sitting position, similar to the examination in the slit lamp. After instillation of anesthetic drops, the ophthalmologist uses special lenses to focus Argon laser beams on the retina. The procedure is painless, does not require an operating room or hospitalization, and lasts about 15-30 minutes.

Injections

Intravitreal injections (injections of drugs into the vitreous humor of the eye) have been applied for many years in ophthalmology , but especially in the last twenty years their application has spread rapidly because new drugs have been discovered for the treatment of serious eye diseases ,that can be administered with this particular method. Intravitreal injection has the important advantage that allows the appropriate drug to be administered at the required concentration directly to the affected tissue, inside the eye. In particular, the most commonly used drugs administered by this method are anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factors (anti- VEGF) which are effective in a range of ophthalmological diseases mainly affecting the macula, such as: age-related macular degeneration( wet type), diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, etc. In addition, intravitreal injections are also used in other ophthalmological ailments e.g. in intraocular infections for the administration of antibiotics or intraocular inflammations for the administration of cortisone, etc. Intravitreal injections should be performed in an operating room environment with strict adherence to asepsic rules in order to avoid infections.