Laser Therapy for Glaucoma

Laser therapy for glaucoma is a minimally invasive treatment aimed at lowering eye pressure to prevent vision loss. It involves using focused light beams to improve the drainage of fluid from the eye or to reduce fluid production. The two common types are laser trabeculoplasty, which helps open up the drainage channels, and laser iridotomy, which creates a small hole in the iris to improve fluid flow. This therapy is often used when medications alone aren’t sufficient, and it can be an effective option for managing glaucoma safely with fewer side effects than traditional surgery.