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A safe OPD procedure, this is a diagnostic tool for many retinal and macular diseases. In simple words, it is the angiography of the eye. The investigation procedure consists of injecting a dye – Sodium Fluorescein into one of the veins of the arm and taking rapid photographs of the retina. There is no discomfort to the patient during this test apart from the needle prick and a flash of the camera which is completely harmless. The information obtained from the study of this procedure aids the doctor in making a diagnosis and planning the required treatment.
A very recent innovation and a landmark technique which has revolutionized the treatment for retinal diseases. The OCT is a non-invasive method of diagnosing retinal pathologies. It gives a cross section image of the retina. The newer generation OCT provides scans of the retina within just a few minutes. The scans help the doctor in deciding the treatment for the diseased eye. It is also helpful in gauging the response of the treatment.
Laser treatments have been of great help in the prevention and treatment of retinal diseases. With modern green lasers, it is safe, quick and painless. Laser treatments can reduce the chances of retinal detachment in patients who are prone to it. It can also save the vision of patients who suffer from diabetic retinopathy and vascular occlusion.
With newer and modern innovations, diseases previously considered incurable can now be treated with anti VEGF injections. It is indeed a ray of hope for many patients. This procedure is carried out in an operation theatre under sterile precaution. Patients can perform their daily routine activities after the procedure. 3rd eye provides all the options of anti VEGF drug including Lucentis, Macugen and Avastin.
3rd eye offers a complete surgical management of all vitreo retinal diseases including some of the most complicated and vision-threatening diseases. With advanced technology, several retinal surgeries are carried out without any stitches. This medical innovation has brought vision to even those who had lost all hopes of being able to see again. In today’s modern era, even the most complicated of surgeries are carried out on a day care basis.