Laser posterior capsulotomy, or YAG laser capsulotomy, is a noninvasive procedure performed on the eye to remove the opacification (cloudiness)
Using the SLT beam instead of the YAG beam for a posterior capsulotomy may not be effective. The YAG laser has higher energy levels and is specifically designed for creating the necessary opening in the posterior capsule. The SLT laser, typically used for trabeculoplasty, may not have the power to achieve the desired outcome for a posterior capsulotomy.
Approximately 20% of patients who undergo cataract extraction with placement of an intraocular lens into the posterior lens capsule will eventually undergo a laser capsulotomy,
about 300 to 500 dollars.
YAG capsulotomy is most often used for this type of cataract.
The alternative to laser capsulotomy is surgical capsulotomy
One risk of laser capsulotomy is damage to the intraocular implant
Laser capsulotomy is usually performed in an ophthalmologist's office as an outpatient procedure.
After a laser capsulotomy, the patient will remain in the office for one to four hours so that the pressure in the eye can be evaluated.
Tenoplasty and capsulotomy
YAG stands for yttrium aluminum garnet, the name of the laser used for this procedure.
Posterior to Iris