Details of Laser Iridotomy

Laser iridotomy is a procedure to treat narrow angles, chronic angle-closure glaucoma, and acute angle-closure glaucoma. The impact of an acute-angle closure glaucoma attack is profound and irreversible, and the condition must be treated immediately.

During a laser iridotomy, the laser light is used to create a small hole in the iris that forms your pupil, which allows drainage of intraocular fluid. Before the laser was invented, this small hole was created using scissors in the operating room. Being able to do the procedure in the clinic office using a laser is a safer and big advancement.

• High pressure
• Blurred vision
• Halos and ghost image