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What is a YAG laser capsulotomy? YAG laser capsulotomy is a laser procedure that is performed after cataract surgery in order to improve your vision. The special

What is a YAG laserperipheral iridotomy? A YAG laser peripheral iridotomy is a laser eye procedure whereby a very tiny hole (opening) is made in the iris (the coloured part of the eye) with a special type of laser. This hole is called “iridotomy”. The hole is not normally visible with the naked eye, as the surgeons performing the YAG laser peripheral iridotomy usually aim to...