Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor should I consult to rule out glaucoma?You should consult an eye specialist, also called an ophthalmologist.
2. What is viscocanalostomy procedure?
A viscocanalostomy is another non-penetrating minimally invasive surgery for open angle glaucoma. In this procedure, a portion of the Schlemm’s canal is dilated as opposed to canaloplasty in which the entire length of the canal is widened.. In this a viscoelastic agent (sodium hyaluronate is injectd in to the Schlemm’s canal to widen it. There is no cathetrisation and suture placement like in canalostomy).
3. How long does a canaloplasty procedure last?
Typically it lasts between 45 minutes to an hour.
4. Will my vision be affected after canaloplasty?
For a few days or weeks after surgery, vision may be blurred due to bleeding into the eye. This will resolve with time.
