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SLT laser

SLT laser is a form of "cold laser" that does not burn the trabecular meshwork - rather it stimulates it to enhance drainage of fluid out of the eye. The results are modestly impressive - 5 year results indicate a 20-30% drop in eye pressure. It is a treatment that can be repeated, and surgery to control pressure can be delayed or postponed indefinitely as a result.

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Memantine is a new drug for glaucoma, that has undergone extensive trials to establish its effectiveness. Disappointingly, it has not demonstrated the benefits expected, and plans to release this medication in the UK are therefore on hold.

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Spire Hospital Leeds - eye clinic

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Sunday, 13 January 2008

Via Bus

The following buses travel close to this hospital:
13A, 13, 3A, 3

For telephone advice about public transport call 0113 2457676

Via Taxi

A taxi ride from the station takes 15 minutes.

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Monday, 26 November 2007
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Instilling eye drops

Written by Administrator
Sunday, 25 November 2007
Click here for information about how to put in eye drops .

SLT specification

Written by Administrator
Thursday, 15 November 2007
Q switched YAG, frequency doubled 532 nm 3 nanosecond pulse 3 Hz repeat 0.30 - 2.0 mJ individual pulse settings spot size 400 micron

Do I need eye drops after SLT?

Written by Administrator
Thursday, 15 November 2007
Will I still need to continue using my eyedrops following the SLT procedure?
Last Updated ( Sunday, 25 November 2007 )
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Is SLT right for me?

Written by Administrator
Thursday, 15 November 2007
Is SLT right for me? Only your eye surgeon knows what is most appropriate for your individual needs. SLT may be a suitable option for you, simply ask your doctor to find out more.

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Medication

Medications for glaucoma

Glaucoma medications are constantly improving and new agents combine prosta drugs and beta blockers. This improves 'compliance' ie how well the medication is taken, as many patients forget to take drops.

Iridotomy

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Laser iridotomy is performed to reduce the risk of or to treat primary angle closure ("narrow angle glaucoma"). This type of glaucoma can be associated with longsightedness, and may run in the family, as with other types of glaucoma. Iridotomy is a safe procedure, and prevent angle closure in most cases, but does not eliminate the risk. Sometimes cataract surgery is preferred as a primary option.

Types

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There are over a hundred types of glaucoma. Most commonly, in the UK, patients have Primary Open Angle Glaucoma ("POAG"). Most types of glaucoma are treated the same. Some variants progress at different rates, but most types progress slowly but surely (ie lead to visual field loss) without treatment. Another common type is Normal Pressure Glaucoma. This tends to be more slowly progressive. Secondary glaucomas are rare (less than 5%), as is congenital glaucoma.