Is SLT better than eye drops?
Is SLT better than eye drops?
Earlier this year, The Lancet published the results of the LiGHT trial, comparing selective laser trabeculoplasty and eye drops to treat patients with open-angle glaucoma, which found SLT provided more robust IOP lowering while being a more cost-efficient first-line treatment.
Is SLT treatment safe?
SLT is usually a safe procedure and the risk of adverse effects is minimal. There is a small risk of raised eye pressure for a short period of time after the laser treatment. To prevent this, you may be given additional eye drops before and /or after the procedure.
Can I drive after SLT?
Can I drive after the procedure? Your driving ability will not be affected if only one eye is involved. You can drive yourself home from the appointment after the SLT procedure. However, there are times when both eyes undergo treatment and in this case you cannot drive yourself home.
Is selective laser trabeculoplasty effective?
SLT has been used since 1995 and has a proven track record for efficacy. On average, SLT can lower eye pressure by 20 to 30%. The laser is successful in about 80% of patients. In addition, studies have shown that SLT has a similar outcome compared to the most effective glaucoma eye drops.
What is selective laser sintering used for?
Selective laser sintering. Selective laser sintering ( SLS) is an additive manufacturing (AM) technique that uses a laser as the power source to sinter powdered material (typically nylon / polyamide ), aiming the laser automatically at points in space defined by a 3D model, binding the material together to create a solid structure.
What are the risks of laser trabeculoplasty (Lt)?
As with any surgery, there are some risks of complications with laser trabeculoplasty (ALT or SLT). Possible complications include: Failure to adequately lower the eye pressure; Increased pressure in the eye, possibly requiring medications or surgery to lower it; Inflammation in the eye causing pain, redness or blurred vision;
What is the best laser eye surgery?
It is generally agreed that the most accurate type of laser eye surgery is Intralase (femtosecond laser) Lasik with Wavefront. This is the laser eye surgery that is the most accurate, safest and has the quickest and most comfortable recovery period.
How is laser trabeculoplasty done?
The laser trabeculoplasty procedure is done in an ophthalmologist’s office and usually takes less than 10 minutes. Anesthetic drops are used to numb the eye and additional drops are used to control eye pressure.
