Encyclopedia: Iridectomy
An iridectomy, also known as a surgical iridectomy or corectomy, is the surgical removal of part of the iris. These procedures are most frequently performed in the treatment of closed-angle glaucoma and iris melanoma. , A stenopeic iridectomy is the surgical removal of a narrow slit or a minute portion of the iris, leaving the sphincter pupillae muscle intact. , A therapeutic iridectomy is the surgical removal of a portion...
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Glaucoma and Anti-depressants
avoid those medications and only until the Eye MD treats it with laser iridectomy. JCH III MD It is okay for your mother to take the anti-depressants and cold, sinus , diarrhea , allergy...
Mar 29, 2008
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Experiencing eye pain?
is a bit more calm or quiet, a larger iridotomy is performed, or iridectomy is performed which makes Resolved Question Experiencing eye pain? Every so often (about one-two times per month or less...
May 26, 2008
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Worst site in the universe?
an iridectomy on her right eyeIatl www.google.com that's pretty tasteless!
Sep 15, 2008
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Eye glare
Since having my cataracts removed and trabulectomies at the same time, because of my Glaucoma, I have had unbearable eye ...
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Narrow Angle
I was told last week that I have narrow angle glaucoma and to make an appointment w/specialist. Do narrow angles always ...
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Narrow Angle Glaucoma
Have been told by one doctor I need a surgery to correct the problem. The other doctor has told me I have early stages of...
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