In ophthalmology, laser coagulation – is a fairly demanded procedure used for vascular lesions of the eye, tumors, as well as for retinal dystrophies. The presented therapeutic method makes it possible to prevent the development of atrophic and dystrophic processes in tissues. Laser vapolarization of the retina is performed on an outpatient basis. This procedure takes about twenty minutes. After the manipulations, the patient returns home and continues to lead his usual life.
Laser coagulation: principle of action
The temperature rises sharply in the area of the laser action, which causes the folding of tissue proteins. Thanks to this method, the operation is bloodless. Laser coagulation is a highly effective and highly accurate method that is used to connect (fuse) the choroid with the retina. The progress of the operation is controlled by an experienced specialist using a microscope. All manipulations are carried out under local anesthesia, which means that the body does not give in to unnecessary stressful influences. Laser coagulation is effective in macular degeneration, angiomatosis, diabetic retinopathy.
The presented technique is not carried out in the following cases:
- insufficient transparency of the optical media of the eye;
- pronounced dystrophic changes in the fundus;
- retinal rubeosis;
- severe epiretinal gliosis.
The cost of the operation varies in a significant price range. It is calculated taking into account the amount of retinal area exposed. The clinic itself plays a key role in this matter, in which laser coagulation of the retina is performed. Reviews of patients indicate that after the procedure, vision does not improve, but, importantly, does not worsen. When choosing a clinic for manipulation, pay attention to the equipment on which the operation will be performed, the qualifications of the specialist, and, of course, the cost.
Today, laser coagulation is used not only to treat pathologies of the retina, but also of the cervix. The treatment of pseudo-erosion of the cervix is based on the destruction of cylindrical epithelial cells. For its implementation, chemical agents, as well as instrumental methods of treatment, are used. The most effective method is laser vapolarization (laser coagulation of the cervix). The main advantage of this method is its accuracy. It should be noted that the laser beam acts on abnormal cells, while he althy cells remain outside the surgical intervention area. All manipulations are carried out under the control of a colposcope. The surgeon regulates not only the direction,but also the depth of penetration of the beam into the tissues of the mucous membrane of the cervix. Laser photocoagulation is a painful procedure, but it is not accompanied by scarring or narrowing of the cervical canal. A significant disadvantage of the above presented method of treatment is its cost. Therefore, gynecologists most often prescribe laser vapolarization to patients whose cervical anomalies are poorly treated with medication.
