Retinal Laser Surgery

Retinal laser surgery, first used in the 1970s, has become the standard of care for many eye diseases. The laser is an instrument that produces a high-intensity beam of light, which can be precisely focused onto the retina, selectively treating the desired area while leaving the surrounding tissues untouched. The absorbed energy creates a microscopic spot to destroy lesions or weld tissues together.

Understanding Retinal Laser Surgery

The only way to tell if you need laser surgery is to have a careful, dilated retinal examination, often followed by special testing including OCT scanning and fluorescein angiography (a photographic test that evaluates the eye’s circulation).

Conditions that can be treated by laser include:

What to Expect

Laser surgery is performed in the office while you remain awake and comfortable. It usually takes less than 30 minutes, and is usually painless. It can often preserve vision or prevent vision loss if done in a timely fashion, but many patients need more than one treatment to control their eye problem and prevent further loss of vision.

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