Glaucoma
Glaucoma Treatment at Rajan Eye Care Hospital
Glaucoma Treatment at Rajan Eye Care Hospital focuses on preserving vision through early detection, comprehensive diagnosis, and personalized treatment plans.
Our state-of-the-art glaucoma clinic offers patients access to the latest technology and expert care to manage this progressive eye condition effectively.
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a complicated disease in which damage to the optic nerve leads to progressive, irreversible vision loss. This condition is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. There are typically no early warning signs or painful symptoms of open-angle glaucoma. It develops slowly and sometimes without noticeable sight loss for many years.
By the time a patient is aware of vision loss, the disease is usually quite advanced. Without proper Glaucoma Treatment, glaucoma can lead to blindness. The good news is that with regular eye exams, early detection, and treatment, vision can be preserved.
Types of Glaucoma
Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Most common form, accounting for at least 90% of all glaucoma cases.
- Caused by the slow clogging of the drainage canals, leading to increased eye pressure.
- Has a wide and open angle between the iris and cornea.
- Develops slowly and is a lifelong condition.
- Symptoms and damage are not immediately noticeable.
Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Less common form of glaucoma.
- Caused by blocked drainage canals, resulting in a sudden rise in intraocular pressure.
- Has a closed or narrow angle between the iris and cornea.
- Develops very quickly.
- Symptoms and damage are usually noticeable and require immediate medical attention.
Increased Eye Pressure and Glaucoma Risk
If you have increased eye pressure, it does not necessarily mean you have glaucoma. Increased eye pressure indicates you are at risk, but glaucoma only occurs if the optic nerve is damaged. Follow your eye care professional's advice to manage eye pressure and monitor any risk of glaucoma.
Comprehensive Eye Examination for Glaucoma Treatment
At Rajan Eye Care Hospital, our full-fledged glaucoma clinic with sophisticated equipment ensures the highest quality Glaucoma Treatment. During routine eye exams, Intra-Ocular Pressure (IOP) is measured for all patients using the Applanation Tonometer, which is highly accurate. For patients suspected of having glaucoma or those at high risk, the following diagnostic tests are conducted:
Visual Field Test
A perimetry test measures all areas of your eyesight, including peripheral vision, essential in glaucoma diagnosis.
Tonometry
A Tonometry test measures the intraocular pressure (IOP), critical for evaluating glaucoma risk.
Gonioscopy
Gonioscopy examines the front part of the eye between the cornea and the iris to check whether the fluid drainage angle is open or closed.
Ophthalmoscopy
This test allows doctors to examine the back of the eye (fundus) using a magnifying instrument and light to view the optic nerve and surrounding structures.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
OCT is an advanced imaging technique used for high-resolution cross-sectional imaging of the retina to detect and monitor glaucoma.
Early detection preserves vision
Glaucoma often has no early symptoms. Book a comprehensive eye examination at T Nagar, Adyar or Velachery.
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