Surgery
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is characterized by high intraocular pressure (IOP), which destroys the nerve fibers of the optic nerve.
In its early stages, this disease is asymptomatic, affecting only the peripheral visual field, which is why early detection is essential (from the age of 50).
Screening includes a visual assessment, optic nerve imaging and a visual field.
Some risk factors :
- High myopia, hypertension and/or diabetes
Glaucoma treatments
Treatment solutions
Our team of specialists can offer you treatment solutions designed to limit or halt the destruction of the optic nerve and prevent complete blindness.
- Pharmacological treatment
This involves applying eye drops to lower intraocular pressure.
- Surgery
Glaucoma surgery involves making a small laser incision to promote the circulation of aqueous humor (intraocular fluid in the eye).
Operation sequence
Glaucoma surgery
Preoperative examination :
The pre-operative examination includes a visual assessment, an imaging analysis of the optic nerve and a visual field.
Operation
The ophthalmic surgeon makes a small laser incision in the eye to reduce intraocular pressure and improve drainage of aqueous fluid.
Post-operative follow-up :
Regular check-ups are scheduled to ensure that intraocular pressure remains stable, and to adjust treatment if necessary.
Long-term follow-up :
Results vary from patient to patient. The main aim of glaucoma surgery is to halt the progression of the disease and preserve good visual health.
Our specialists
The medical team
A complementary medical team comprising ophthalmologists, eye surgeons
, orthoptists, assistants, nurses and biomedical secretaries, covering
various sub-specialties in the field of ophthalmology.
Ophthalmologist
CAMACHO Irène
Valence
Eye diseases
- Treatment of visual disorders in children and adults
Anterior segment surgery
- Cataract surgery
- Glaucoma treatment
Make an appointment
How to choose the right reason for consultation?
In case of emergency, we recommend calling in advance:
Valence: 04 75 75 02 40 Montélimar: 04 75 97 22 51
However, the medical and paramedical team reserves the right to set an emergency response time of between 0 and 7 days, depending on the reason for consultation.
FAQ
We take all your questions into consideration.
Don’t hesitate to contact us by e-mail at ophtalmovalence@gmail.com
Can glaucoma be permanently treated?
We cannot permanently cure glaucoma. The proposed treatments aim to limit or even halt the progression of the disease.
What are the risk factors?
Patients with high myopia, hypertension or diabetes are more likely to develop glaucoma. The secret: early treatment.