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Alternatives to a conventional iridectomy for the treatment of closed-angle glaucoma include repeated laser iridotomies or the long-term use of such medications as pilocarpine. Another surgical alternative, which is.

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What is an iridectomy?

An iridectomy is a procedure in eye surgery in which the surgeon removes a small, full-thickness piece of the iris, which is the colored circular membrane behind the cornea of the eye. An iridectomy is also known as a corectomy.


What risks exist for the patient in undergoing an iridectomy?

irritation in the eye for two to three days after the procedure, bleeding, scarring, failure to relieve fluid pressure in the eye.


How do you treat closed-angle glaucoma?

iridectomy


What are alternatives to trabeculectomy?

Lasers are now used to treat both closed-angle and open-angle glaucoma. Peripheral iridectomy is used for people with acute angle-closure glaucoma attacks and chronic closed-angle glaucoma


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Normal results for a laser-assisted or conventional iridectomy are long-term lowering of IOP and/or complete removal of a melanoma on the iris.


How should patients be prepared for an iridectomy?

Patients scheduled for a laser iridotomy or iridectomy are not required to fast or make other special preparations before the procedure. They may, however, be given a sedative to help them relax.


What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of all or part of the iris?

iridectomy


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How is a laser iridectomy done?

To perform a laser iridotomy, the ophthalmologist uses a laser, usually an argon or an Nd:YAG laser, to burn a small hole into the iris to relieve fluid pressure behind the iris. If the procedure is an iridectomy, the laser is used to remove.


What is the CPT code for iridectomy with corneal section for removal of lesion from left eye?

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