What does it involve?
Iridotomy is a procedure performed by laser, usually a YAG laser, but it can also be performed with an argon laser.
When is it carried out?
It is performed as a treatment for glaucoma.
Prior examination
Comprehensive eye examination.
Surgery
Surgery consists of making a small hole in the periphery of the iris to connect the posterior and anterior areas of the iris (posterior chamber to anterior chamber) and balance the pressure between them.
Precautions
It is a prophylactic treatment performed in eyes with a narrow angle (occludable angle) to prevent acute glaucoma episodes (sharp rises in intraocular pressure due to pupillary block).
