Why is my vision still blurry after YAG laser?
While seated at the machine, a laser is utilized to create a small hole in the lens capsule to improve the vision. Your vision will return during the first 5 – 10 minutes after the Yag is done, though blurry vision after Yag laser capsulotomy may continue for about 4 -6 hours as a result of the dilating drops.
What are the side effects of YAG laser?
Risks
- Detachment of the nerve layer at the back of the eye (retinal detachment).
- Swelling of the center of the retina (macular edema).
- Damage or displacement of the intraocular lens.
- Bleeding into the front of the eye.
- Swelling of the clear covering of the eye (corneal edema).
Does vision improve after laser iridotomy?
Vision will also be temporarily blurry after the laser iridotomy procedure. This is partly because some gel is used with the special lens, and even if it is rinsed out at the end of the procedure, the vision is still a little blurry.
Can laser iridotomy improve vision?
A small hole is placed in the iris to create a hole for fluid to drain from the back of the eye to the front of the eye. The purpose of an iridotomy is to preserve vision, not to improve it.
How long does glare last after cataract surgery?
Wear dark, ultraviolet (UV) protective sunglasses when outdoors. Your eye may still feel a little gritty and/or sensitive to touch for a few days after surgery. It is not unusual to experience glare and halos around lights during the first few weeks after surgery.
Are there any side effects after laser iridotomy?
Most people do well after laser iridotomy and do not experience significant side effects, but it is always helpful to talk with your ophthalmologist so that you can fully understand the procedure and the expected results. What are Narrow Angles? (Video)
When to get laser iridotomy for glaucoma?
It is recommended in eyes which have the angle closed for at least half the eye and have high eye pressure or glaucoma. In eyes which have a closed angle but normal eye pressure and no optic nerve damage, laser iridotomy may be recommended as a preventive treatment.
Why did I have An iridotomy done to my eyes?
An iridotomy was done to my eyes, because I have narrow angles. During and after the procedure I was in great pain, but the pain stopped 3 days later. Ever since the surgery I see a broad fluorescent white line in the middle of my vision, which drives me crazy.
What kind of laser is used for iridotomy?
You may have heard of Y ttrium A luminum G arnet (YAG) iridotomy, which simply refers to a specific type of laser. During a laser iridotomy, the laser light is used to create a small hole in the iris that forms your pupil, which allows drainage of intraocular fluid.