MIGS
Selected procedures aim to improve fluid drainage and lower eye pressure. Some may be considered alongside cataract surgery. The approach depends on your glaucoma, anatomy, and the procedure’s suitability.
Glaucoma care · Odessa, FloridaThoughtful care.
Thoughtful care.
For vision worth protecting.
Glaucoma care is about protecting the optic nerve and preserving vision over time. We offer a range of pressure-lowering options, chosen for your individual eyes.
Start with a consultationStart with the whole pictureYour pressure is
Your pressure is
part of the story.
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the optic nerve. Early disease may have no noticeable symptoms, which makes examinations and follow-up important.
Lowering eye pressure can help reduce the risk of further damage. It cannot reverse vision already lost to glaucoma.
Your plan considers the type and severity of glaucoma, eye anatomy, current treatment, and practical needs. Laser, minimally invasive surgery, and medication implants have different roles.
A range of approachesFind the right fit
Find the right fit
for your care.
SLT
Selective laser trabeculoplasty treats the eye’s drainage tissue to help lower pressure in suitable eyes with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The effect varies and continued monitoring is needed.
DURYSTA
A biodegradable bimatoprost implant placed inside the eye to lower pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Because of the risk of corneal cell loss, treatment is limited to a single implant per eye and should not be repeated in an eye previously given DURYSTA. Corneal health, eye anatomy, and treatment history are important in determining suitability.
iDose TR
A travoprost implant placed during an intraocular procedure to lower pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It is one option to discuss when considering how treatment fits your eyes and your daily routine.
Make space for the detailsEvery option
Every option
has trade-offs.
Procedures can cause inflammation, pressure changes, infection, or other complications. Medication implants also have specific risks, including loss of corneal cells, and precautions involving eye anatomy and previous procedures. We review the prescribing information and the risks that apply to your eyes.
These treatments do not guarantee freedom from drops or further procedures. We will discuss alternatives and ongoing follow-up before deciding together on an approach.
Do not stop prescribed glaucoma treatment without speaking with your clinician.
Clear answers, before you arrive
A few things you may be wondering.
Can glaucoma treatment restore lost vision?
Current treatment aims to prevent or slow further damage. It does not restore vision already lost from glaucoma.
Can glaucoma treatment be combined with cataract surgery?
In selected patients, some minimally invasive glaucoma procedures can be considered at the time of cataract surgery. Your glaucoma, cataract findings, anatomy, and goals guide the discussion.
Are SLT, DURYSTA, and iDose TR the same?
No. SLT is a laser treatment applied to drainage tissue. DURYSTA and iDose TR deliver different pressure-lowering medications from implants. They have different designs, precautions, and procedural requirements.
Will I still need eye drops?
You may. The goal is appropriate pressure control and preservation of vision. Ongoing drops or additional treatment may still be needed, depending on your response and follow-up findings.
General educational information. Treatment is individualized after an examination and a discussion of benefits, risks, and alternatives.
Patient information & clinical references: National Eye Institute: glaucoma ↗ · DURYSTA prescribing information ↗ · iDose TR prescribing information ↗ · AAO: cataract surgery and MIGS ↗
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