Glaucoma Valve Surgery Treatment in India
About Glaucoma Valve Surgery
Key Highlights
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Effectively lowers intraocular pressure in complex glaucoma cases.Helps preserve remaining vision and prevent further optic nerve damage.Often successful when other treatments like eye drops or laser surgery have failed.Provides a long-term, controlled drainage solution for eye fluid.Can be a crucial step in preventing blindness from advanced glaucoma.
Who is this surgery for?
- Uncontrolled intraocular pressure despite maximum tolerated medical therapy.
- Neovascular glaucoma (caused by abnormal blood vessel growth).
- Glaucoma following other eye surgeries, like cataract or corneal surgery.
- Uveitic glaucoma (associated with eye inflammation).
- Congenital or childhood glaucoma.
- Glaucoma with significant conjunctival scarring from previous surgeries.
- Cases where traditional trabeculectomy surgery has a high risk of failure.
How to prepare
- Complete a comprehensive eye examination and imaging tests.
- Discuss all current medications with the ophthalmologist; some (like blood thinners) may need to be adjusted.
- Undergo pre-operative medical clearance, which may include blood tests.
- Use prescribed antibiotic eye drops for a few days before surgery to reduce infection risk.
- Arrange for transportation to and from the surgical facility, as you cannot drive after the procedure.
- Fast (no food or drink) for several hours before surgery as instructed by the medical team.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection or bleeding inside the eye (endophthalmitis, hyphema).
- Excessive lowering of eye pressure (hypotony), which can cause vision issues.
- Corneal endothelial cell loss, potentially affecting corneal clarity.
- Double vision (diplopia) due to muscle interference.
- Shunt malfunction, blockage, or erosion through the conjunctiva.
- Cataract formation or acceleration.
- Persistent inflammation or pain.
- Need for additional surgery to manage complications or adjust the device.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Expect a protective shield over the eye initially. Vision will be blurry.
- Use multiple types of prescription eye drops (antibiotics, steroids, anti-inflammatories) strictly as directed to prevent infection and control inflammation.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, bending over, and swimming for several weeks.
- Do not rub or put pressure on the operated eye.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments so the ophthalmologist can monitor pressure, healing, and tube position.
- Report severe pain, sudden vision loss, or increased redness immediately.
- Full visual recovery and stabilization of eye pressure may take several weeks to months.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for initial recovery; several months for full stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering glaucoma valve surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for glaucoma valve surgery 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 glaucoma valve surgery. 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 glaucoma valve surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 60 Thousand – 150 Thousand | 1-2 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial recovery; several months for full stabilization | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 210 Thousand – 525 Thousand | 1-2 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial recovery; several months for full stabilization | Know More |
Top hospitals for Glaucoma Valve Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing glaucoma valve surgery.
vijayawada, India
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Sophia Nair, a 68-year-old retired librarian,...
Sophia Nair, a 68-year-old retired librarian, had managed her primary open-angle glaucoma for 15 years with eye drops. Recently, she noticed her peripheral vision becoming increasingly patchy, like looking through a tunnel, and her eye pressure spiked dangerously high despite maximum medication. Her ophthalmologist, Dr. Sharma, explained that the glaucoma was now 'uncontrolled' and recommended a glaucoma valve (or tube shunt) surgery to create a new drainage pathway and protect her remaining sight. The procedure itself was performed under local anesthesia; Sophia felt pressure but no pain. The first few days of recovery involved blurry vision, mild discomfort, and diligent use of post-op drops. Within weeks, her eye pressure stabilized at a safe range without the need for previous strong drops. Emotionally, Sophia had been terrified of blindness, fearing the loss of her ability to read and see her grandchildren's faces. Post-surgery, she felt a profound relief and regained a sense of control over her future, though she remains vigilant with follow-ups.
Ophthalmologists for Glaucoma Valve Surgery
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform glaucoma valve surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 5 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 28 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
- 28 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 23 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 19 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
- 15 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 9 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 20 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Ranchi, Ranchi
- 16 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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