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Q: Laser photocoagulation

asked by: DoctorQuestion on February 13th, 2009

i have had a buckle for a detached retina followed by lazer treatment
the doctor now suggests that he lazers around the full 360 degree edge of the retina is this is a good idea or not

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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on February 13th, 2009

Vision and Eye Disorders Answer A5766

Laser photocoagulation for retinal detachment is a method in which a laser is used to seal leaky blood vessels, to destroy abnormal blood vessels, and stop new ones from forming, and to seal retinal tears.

The effects of laser photocoagulation are irreversible, so you might want to ask for a second opinion from an ophthalmologist that will have your affected eye examined first.

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