Trabeculectomy Surgery in the US Introduction Trabeculectomy surgery is one of the most common procedures performed for patients with advanced glaucoma when medications or laser treatments can no longer control intraocular pressure (IOP). In 2025, the US continues to lead in innovations and technique refinements, improving patient outcomes and reducing complications. For those in the […]
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Comparing Laser Surgery with Other Glaucoma Treatments in the Philippines Introduction Glaucoma remains one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, including in the Philippines. Managing this condition requires long-term strategies to lower intraocular pressure (IOP) and preserve vision. Treatment choices generally fall under three categories: medications (eye drops), laser procedures, and traditional glaucoma
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Cost Comparison: Laser vs. Eye Drops vs. Surgery in the Philippines Managing glaucoma is a long-term commitment that often requires a combination of treatments such as eye drops, laser therapy, or surgery. Each method differs not only in its medical approach but also in cost implications, which can significantly influence a patient’s decision. In this
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Canaloplasty Surgery in the Philippines: Comprehensive Guide Canaloplasty is a specialized, non-penetrating glaucoma surgery designed to restore the eye’s natural drainage system, thereby reducing intraocular pressure (IOP). Unlike traditional glaucoma surgeries that create a new drainage pathway, canaloplasty works by enhancing the function of the existing canal, making it a safer and less invasive option
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Viscocanalostomy Surgery in the Philippines Overview of Viscocanalostomy Viscocanalostomy is a type of non-penetrating glaucoma surgery designed to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) without fully entering the eye’s anterior chamber. It involves creating a controlled opening in the sclera and injecting a viscoelastic material into Schlemm’s canal to improve aqueous humor drainage. This procedure is often
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Deep Sclerectomy Surgery in the Philippines Managing glaucoma effectively often requires surgical intervention, especially when medications or laser treatments fail to keep intraocular pressure (IOP) under control. One of the advanced surgical techniques gaining recognition worldwide is Deep Sclerectomy—a non-penetrating glaucoma surgery that offers safer and more controlled pressure reduction compared to traditional filtering surgeries
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Laser Cyclophotocoagulation (CPC) in the Philippines Overview of CPC Laser Cyclophotocoagulation (CPC) is an advanced laser procedure used for patients with uncontrolled glaucoma, especially those who have not responded well to medications or prior surgeries. CPC targets the ciliary body—the part of the eye that produces aqueous humor—to reduce fluid production and lower intraocular pressure
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Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) in the Philippines Overview of MIGS Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) represents a newer class of surgical procedures designed to lower intraocular pressure (IOP) with fewer complications compared to traditional surgeries like trabeculectomy. These techniques involve small incisions, shorter recovery time, and reduced risk of severe side effects. MIGS procedures
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Trabeculectomy vs. Implants: Cost Comparison in 2025 Introduction Glaucoma treatment options have advanced significantly over the years, giving patients multiple surgical solutions. Two of the most common procedures are trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage implants. Both aim to lower intraocular pressure and protect vision, but they differ in cost, surgical complexity, and long-term effectiveness. This article
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Glaucoma Surgery Cost in the Philippines vs. the US Introduction Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of preventable blindness worldwide, and timely treatment can help preserve vision. When medications and laser procedures are no longer effective, surgery becomes the next step. However, the cost of glaucoma surgery varies widely depending on where it is
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