Cyclocryopexy for Glaucoma Treatment in India
About Cyclocryopexy for Glaucoma
Key Highlights
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Effectively lowers intraocular pressure in difficult-to-treat glaucoma cases.Can be performed under local anesthesia, reducing systemic risks.Useful for managing painful blind eyes to alleviate discomfort.Often considered when other surgical options have failed or are contraindicated.Minimally invasive compared to some other cyclodestructive procedures.
Who is this surgery for?
- Advanced primary open-angle glaucoma unresponsive to medication or other surgeries.
- Neovascular glaucoma secondary to conditions like diabetic retinopathy or central retinal vein occlusion.
- Refractory glaucoma in aphakic or pseudophakic eyes.
- Painful blind eye (absolute glaucoma) where pain relief is the primary goal.
- Cases where filtering surgeries are at high risk of failure or infection.
- Glaucoma associated with ocular trauma or inflammation.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive ophthalmic examination including visual acuity, IOP measurement, and gonioscopy.
- Review of all current glaucoma medications and medical history.
- Informed consent discussion detailing risks, benefits, and alternatives.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Arranging for transportation post-procedure as vision may be temporarily blurry.
- Fasting for a few hours if sedation or general anesthesia is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Excessive inflammation or pain in the eye post-procedure.
- Hypotony (abnormally low eye pressure) leading to choroidal effusion or macular edema.
- Progression of cataract if the lens is affected.
- Phthisis bulbi (shrinkage of the eyeball) in severe cases.
- Retinal detachment or vitreous hemorrhage.
- Persistent high IOP requiring additional treatment.
- Infection or sympathetic ophthalmia (rare).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Eye will be patched initially; expect redness, swelling, and discomfort for a few days.
- Use prescribed antibiotic and steroid eye drops to prevent infection and control inflammation.
- Avoid rubbing the eye, strenuous activities, and heavy lifting for at least 2-3 weeks.
- Protect the eye with glasses or a shield, especially while sleeping.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor IOP and healing.
- Vision may be blurry initially; full stabilization can take several weeks.
- Report severe pain, sudden vision loss, or increased redness immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cyclocryopexy for glaucoma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cyclocryopexy for glaucoma in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cyclocryopexy for glaucoma. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cyclocryopexy for glaucoma compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cyclocryopexy for Glaucoma in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cyclocryopexy for glaucoma.
Panaji, India
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Ophthalmologists for Cyclocryopexy for Glaucoma
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform cyclocryopexy for glaucoma and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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