Medical articles of Glaucoma surgery

13/05/2025
Miss Samantha Levin
Ophthalmologist
All about iStent treatment for glaucoma
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in the UK. While often manageable with early detection and treatment, some patients require more advanced interventions to preserve their sight. One such option is the iStent, a tiny implant that helps to lower eye pressure in people with glaucoma. This article from a consultant ophthalmologist explains how the iStent may offer a safe and effective alternative treatment for glaucoma.
06/08/2020
Professor Kin Sheng Lim
Ophthalmologist
What to expect from laser iridotomy
An iridotomy is one of several options for testing glaucoma. Learn from a leading ophthalmology consultant and specialist in glaucoma, Mr Kin Sheng Lim, about the iridotomy procedure and what to expect from it.
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25/05/2020
Professor Kin Sheng Lim
Ophthalmologist
iStent for glaucoma
If you're tired of using eye drops for glaucoma and would like to reduce the number of drops you need, you may be able to opt for the iStent procedure. Mr Kin Sheng Lim, an expert in both traditional and cutting-edge glaucoma procedures, clarifies who is most suitable for this treatment, what it involves and what result you can expect.
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21/01/2020
Mr Vik Sharma
Ophthalmologist
Why glaucoma can't go untreated
Eye check-ups and procedures can be a scary thought for some. However, it’s highly important to get your eyes tested for conditions such as glaucoma. Mr Vik Sharma highlights why you need to receive treatment for glaucoma and which treatment options may be best for you.
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11/12/2019
Mr Shabbir Mohamed
Ophthalmologist
Living with glaucoma: long-term care
When glaucoma is left untreated, it can eventually lead to blindness. However, when caught early it can cause little to no disruption to your daily life. In this article, leading ophthalmologist Mr Shabbir Mohamed explains how you can continue to live a normal and full life thanks to available glaucoma treatments.
28/06/2019
Dr Richard Lee
Ophthalmologist
Trabeculectomy: is it the commonest way to treat glaucoma?
There's a number of ways to treat glaucoma from eye drops to laser surgery. We've asked one of our leading eye specialists Dr Richard Lee if trabeculectomy is the best way to treat the eye condition and whether you're left with scarring afterwards.
07/02/2019
Mr Suman Biswas
Ophthalmologist
What is glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a common cause of vision loss. It can develop over time, slowly chipping away at the individual’s eyesight. But what exactly is this condition? We asked leading ophthalmologist Mr Suman Biswas for answers.
31/01/2019
Mr Suman Biswas
Ophthalmologist
Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT): your questions answered
Who is it for? How can it help with glaucoma? What can I expect from the procedure? And are there any risks? We asked consultant ophthalmologist Mr Suman Biswas, specialist in glaucoma surgery.
21/01/2019
Mr Shabbir Mohamed
Ophthalmologist
Glaucoma and ocular surface disease - a dangerous combination! – Part 2
Ocular surface disease can be a big problem for glaucoma patients – even to the point where they may stop taking their glaucoma medication (see part 1 of this article). Is there a solution to this problem? Leading ophthalmologist Mr Shabbir Mohamed talks treatments and the future.
11/01/2019
Mr Shabbir Mohamed
Ophthalmologist
Glaucoma and ocular surface disease - a dangerous combination! – Part 1
Glaucoma is all too common, affecting around 480,000 people in England alone. This condition involves excessive pressure on the optic nerve, leading to loss of vision. To make matters worse, patients may also have ocular surface disease, which can hamper glaucoma treatment and further affect the patient’s life. Expert ophthalmologist Mr Shabbir Mohamed explains.