Glaucoma & Cataract, Prof. Eytan Blumenthal

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GLAUCOMA & CATARACT

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GLAUCOMA & CATARACT

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GLAUCOMA & CATARACT

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Surgery for Glaucoma

Surgery for Glaucoma- Introduction

Surgery is necessary in those situations in which medicines and laser surgery are not adequate to sufficiently control the intraocular pressure. When an ophthalmologist decides that there is a risk for further advance of the disease despite current treatment, he is likely to recommend surgical intervention. Of all the existing surgeries performed to treat glaucoma, […]

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The Inside of Our Operating Room

Both cataract and glaucoma surgeries are preformed in our dedicated ophthalmology operating rooms at the Rambam Health Care Campus. From the photos below you can get a glimpse of what an operating room looks like, and learn a little about the atmosphere and make-up of our operating rooms.  Showing these photos is not just about curiosity. Knowing what

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Glaucoma & Cataract:
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Surgery

Surgery for Glaucoma- Introduction

The Inside of Our Operating Room

Is Cataract Surgery Difficult

Risks and Complications of Cataract Surgery

What Should I Expect after Cataract Surgery

Lasers

Laser Treatment for Glaucoma- Introduction

Iridotomy – Laser for Closed-Angle Glaucoma

Trabeculoplasty – Laser for Open-Angle Glaucoma

Can a Cataract Return?

Laser Capsulotomy

Diagnosis

Tests Performed to Diagnose Glaucoma

Intra-Ocular Pressure: What, Why and How

What is a Visual Field Test

Why are Pupils Dilated During an Eye Exam

Tests Performed Before Cataract Surgery

This website was written by Prof. Eytan Blumenthal, to better understand glaucoma & cataract. This information should not replace medical consultation.

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This website was written in its entirety by Prof. Eytan Blumenthal to help glaucoma and cataract patients better understand their condition. This information is not medical advice, nor replaces medical consultation.