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YAG Procedures
YAG (Yttrium Aluminum Garnet) laser procedures are commonly used in ophthalmology for various treatments, including posterior capsulotomy, iridotomy, and vitreolysis. The YAG laser uses a precise beam of light to target specific areas of the eye, providing a non-invasive method to treat conditions that could impair vision. The most common YAG procedures include:
1: YAG Posterior Capsulotomy
This procedure is used to treat posterior capsule opacification (PCO), which can occur after cataract surgery, causing cloudy vision. The YAG laser is used to create a small opening in the cloudy posterior capsule of the lens, allowing light to pass through to the retina and restoring clear vision.
2. YAG Iridotomy
Used in the treatment of narrow-angle glaucoma or angle-closure glaucoma, the YAG laser creates a small hole in the peripheral iris to help fluid drain more effectively and reduce intraocular pressure (IOP), preventing a sudden rise in pressure that could damage the optic nerve.
3. YAG Vitreolysis
This procedure is used to treat floaters (small, dark specks or cobwebs that appear in the field of vision) by using the YAG laser to break up or vaporize the floaters, reducing their impact on vision.
At Desai Eye Institute, YAG procedures are performed with precision using the YAG laser machine, which allows for safe and controlled treatment of these conditions. These procedures are typically quick, minimally painful, and require no incision, with most patients able to resume normal activities shortly after the procedure.
Medical Equipment Needed for YAG Procedures
- YAG Laser Machine (for precision targeting and treatment)
- Slit Lamp (for preoperative and intraoperative examination)
- Ocular Lens (to focus the laser on the retina or iris)
- Topical Anesthetic Drops (for numbing the eye before the procedure)
- Sterile Gloves (for hygiene and safety)
- Sterile Drapes (for maintaining a sterile field during the procedure)
- Chin Rest/Head Stabilizer (for proper patient positioning during treatment)
- Patient Eye Shield (for post-procedure protection)
- Monitor (for real-time imaging and guiding the laser during the procedure)
- Disinfectants (for sterilizing equipment and ensuring cleanliness)
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