Yag Laser
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Posterior capsulotomy is a procedure that is sometimes considered necessary following cataract surgery when, over time, the capsule becomes cloudy and shrinks. This occurs because the posterior capsule produces cloudy cells that typically cause blurred vision. This clouding of the posterior capsule is a common condition and is not considered a complication. In fact, it is called a pseudocataract or secondary cataract. When it is in place and stretched, it is like a membrane that one can easily see through, but when it wrinkles, it causes blurred vision. When this happens, the patient sees as if they have a cataract, and vision problems begin. In this case, the doctor intervenes using a YAG laser, a painless and quick procedure in which the ophthalmologist creates a small opening in the center of the cloudy capsule (capsule). Vision restoration may be immediate in some cases, while some patients notice a gradual improvement. The only certainty is that everyone can return to their daily activities immediately following the procedure.
PAVLOS GREVENIOTIS
Ophthalmic Surgeon
Driven by my passion for ophthalmology, my guiding principle is to prioritize diagnoses with honesty and trust, and through continuous training and staying up-to-date, to recommend all possible solutions tailored to each patient’s specific condition. I believe in direct and open communication between doctor and patient.
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