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Laser photocoagulation
Laser photocoagulation involves using a laser on the retina to treat or prevent retinal problems. It is used for various conditions, including retinal diseases and tears.
Discomfort:
Moderate
Follow-up:
Next day
Work incapacity:
5 days
BENEFITS
Stimulates eye healing to stop certain retinal diseases.
Increases retinal adherence to the eye wall.
Controls ischemic areas in the retina where there is a lack of oxygen.
Regulates proliferative or tumor zones.
PROCEDURE
- The eyes are dilated for the procedure.
- Laser photocoagulation is performed, by applying a beam of light to the retina.
- This procedure may cause blurry vision in the first 24 hours, but it will resolve over time.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Driving:
1 day
1 day
Makeup:
8 days
8 days
Sea, Pool,
and Sauna:
8 days
and Sauna:
8 days
Exercise:
1 day
1 day
Contact sports:
10 days
10 days
Use sunglasses:
8 days
8 days
Use drops recommended
by the specialist
by the specialist