Retina
Macular Surgery: What You Should Know
Distorted or blurry vision is alarming, and it may happen if you develop a macular hole. It is a tiny gap that opens up in the macula area located at the center of the retina.
June 5, 2019
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Cornea
Cornea: Overview of Corneal Diseases and Common Symptoms
The cornea of eye is a crucial structure that plays an essential role in vision. It is the clear, outermost layer of the eye, responsible for focusing light onto the retina, allowing us to see clearly. The function of the cornea in the eye is vital for maintaining proper vision
April 30, 2019
Cornea
What is a Cornea Transplant?
Normally, patients use the words ‘eye transplant’. However, like other organ or tissue transplant surgeries, an actual eye transplant is not possible yet. Even with the help of current modern tools and equipment, eye doctors cannot transplant the entire eye through surgery. It is not possible to remove the whole
April 29, 2019
LASIK
LASIK Surgery: Types, Procedure and Outcomes
Common vision or eye-related problems include farsightedness, nearsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. To correct such problems, ‘refractive surgery’ is carried out. The surgical eye procedure helps reduce dependence on contact lenses or eyeglasses. Today, several types of effective surgical procedures are available, but LASIK surgery is the most popular one.
April 26, 2019
Cornea
Keratoconus Screening and Treatment
Keratoconus (kerato: Cornea; konos: Cone) is a Greek word. It is a multifactorial non-inflammatory, progressive disease with biomechanical, biochemical, genetic, and environmental pathophysiology. Keratoconus is characterized by a steepening and thinning of the central and paracentral cornea causing myopia and irregular astigmatism. This eye disease affects approximately 1/2000 people of
April 25, 2019
Retina
What to Expect After Vitrectomy Surgery/ Vitreo Retinal surgery Postoperative Course and Care
Vitrectomy is a surgical procedure in which the vitreous gel that fills the posterior chamber/cavity of the eye is removed to treat eye problems associated with retina or the vitreous. This surgery offers better access to the retina of the eye for different treatments like repair of retinal detachments, removal
April 15, 2019
Paediatric Ophthalmology
Paediatric Ophthalmologist: When to Consult an Eye Specialist For Your Child
Children with poor vision, uncorrected eye conditions or eye health problems face many challenges in life, socially, academically, and athletically. Ensuring proper eye care is the primary responsibility of the parents. Regular eye check-ups help a lot in securing a child’s future as ophthalmologists diagnose and treat eye-related diseases.
April 1, 2019
Retina
Optical Coherence Tomography: Indications and Uses
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in ophthalmology is an emerging technology and is used to obtain high-resolution cross-sectional images of the nerve layer on the inside of the eye, the retina. It is a non-invasive imaging technology. This technology provides images on the micron scale in real time. The retinal layers
March 29, 2019
Cataract
Evolution of Cataract Surgery – Types of Cataract Surgery and Advantages of Technological Advancements
Cataract surgery has been known to humanity for ages. The first documented cataract surgical procedure dates back to the fifth century BC. Today, the advanced and sophisticated technologies used in cataract surgery have made it incredibly useful and virtually painless.
March 27, 2019
Cataract
5 Ways to Choose the Best Eye Specialist for Cataract Surgery
Cataract is a very common eye problem and affects millions of people worldwide. If your vision is hampered due to cataract, your eye specialist will ask you to undergo surgery. Although the term ‘cataract surgery’ may sound scary at first, with the help of advanced technology and a qualified and
March 25, 2019
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