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Pterygium Surgery

Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma.

What happens first?

Before surgery, your consultant will conduct a thorough examination of the eye to assess the size, location, and severity of the pterygium. They will also assess the eye’s overall health and take a full medical history.

What is Pterygium surgery?
Pterygium surgery is carried out to remove a growth of tissue on the eye’s conjunctiva. Pterygium’s are often associated with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light (UV), wind and dust. Pterygium does not necessarily require surgery but if sight is affected or if the pterygium becomes symptomatic then surgery is advised.

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Treatment options

Pterygium surgery can be performed under local anaesthesia delivered to the eye via drops of medicine into the eye. Once fully numbed, the surgeon will carefully excise the pterygium from the conjunctiva and, if necessary, the cornea. Your Regency Eye surgeon will carry out the procedure using microsurgical techniques to minimise interaction with the eye. In some cases, a graft may be necessary to cover the area from which the pterygium have been removed. If required, it will help reduce the risk of recurrence and promote healing.

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