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Glaucoma is a disease that slowly causes irreversible damage to the optic nerve before there is any loss of vision. Most people cannot notice the disease until it is very advanced because of its slow and insidious nature. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness for people over 40 years of age. But blindness from glaucoma can often be prevented with early treatment. Drop into Renuka Eye Institute, have a thorough glaucoma evaluation and protect your eyes from this silent killer.

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What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma treatment at its best with Renuka Eye Institute

Renuka Eye Institute is one of the leading eye hospitals in Barasat, Kolkata. Renuka Eye Institute comprises of some of the best Glaucoma specialists in Kolkata and all the latest technologies to diagnose and treat Glaucoma. We are glad to announce that we have completed more than 500 glaucoma surgeries successfully.

Glaucoma eye vs Normal eye

Here our patients are examined by::

  • Tonometer – Non-contact & Applanation (measurement of intraocular pressure)
  • Gonioscopy(inspection of angles )
  • Pachymetry(measurement of central corneal thickness)
  • Automated Perimetry (visual field test)
  • OCT RNFL (measurement of nerve fibre layer thickness)
  • Optic disc evaluation

Glaucoma treatment includes topical and oral medication, laser therapy or surgery depending on the disease severity.

Approximate Glaucoma Care Cost at Renuka Eye Institute

Glaucoma Treatment Standard Pakages Price
TRABECULECTOMY ₹15,000
TRABECULECTOMY + Phaco + Foldable IOL (INDIAN) ₹15,000 + IOL Cost
OCT (OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY) ₹600
FUNDUS PHOTOGRAPHY ₹300
VISUAL FIELD ANALYSIS / PERIMETRY ₹300
ULTRASONIC PACHYMETRY / CCT ₹500
OCT - RETINAL NERVE FIBER LAYER ANALYSIS ₹1,000
YAG LASER IRIDOTOMY ₹800
APPLANATION TONOMETRY ₹100
GONIOSCOPY ₹100

Glaucoma Specialists

Consult with Dr. Bidyut Chatterjee at Renula Eye Institute on Barasat Branch: 10am to 1pm ( Saturday )

Dr. Bidyut Chatterjee

Consult with Dr. Sutapa Roy at Renula Eye Institute on Amtala Branch: 10am to 5pm (Thursday) <br/>Barasat Branch: 2pm to 4pm (Monday and Saturday)

Dr. Sutapa Roy

What is GLAUCOMA?

Glaucoma is a disease that damages your eye’s optic nerve. It usually happens when intraocular pressure inside your eye increases. This happens when fluid builds up in the front part of the eye.

Risk Factors

  • Hereditary: most important risk factor. So if anyone in the family has glaucoma, all the other family members must undergo a thorough glaucoma evaluation by a glaucoma specialist in Kolkata.
  • Ageing
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Trauma
  • Hypermature cataract
  • Steroid intake
  • Myopia

Types

Glaucoma is generally of two types:

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma:It develops mostly in aged people. It is asymptomatic in early stage. Patients do not understand about the field defects until it is very advanced.

Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma:It presents with sudden, painful loss of vision, coloured haloes, nausea and vomiting. Are you having any of the above symptoms? Then you should consult a glaucoma specialist immediately. It is an urgent condition and can result in permanent vision loss. Factors that can precipitate an attack of acute angle closure glaucoma are: dimly lit room (as it dilates the pupil), specific medications like antidepressants, uveitis, hereditary, advanced cataract.

Few other types of Glaucoma are:

  1. Pigmentary Glaucoma
  2. Pseudoexfoliative Glaucoma
  3. Traumatic Glaucoma
  4. Neovascular Glaucoma
  5. Uveitic Glaucoma
Glaucoma Checkup at Renuka Eye Institute

Prevention

The phrase “prevention is better than cure" is perfectly applicable in glaucoma treatment. The only way to save vision from glaucoma is to have a routine glaucoma evaluation of the eyes by our glaucoma specialists who are among the best glaucoma specialists in Kolkata.

  • Include fruits, zinc, vitamin c, and green vegetables in your daily diet
  • Avoid smoking and caffeine
  • Use prescribed eye drops timely for best results
  • Routine glaucoma evaluation should be done at least twice a year for the people with high-risk factors

Treatment

The treatment comprises of:

MEDICATION: Application of prescribed eye drops daily at a fixed time can help us reduce intraocular pressure.

LASER TREATMENT:

  1. Trabeculoplasty(for open-angle Glaucoma)
  2. Iridotomy(for angle closure Glaucoma)

SURGERY:

  1. TRABECULECTOMY
  2. GLAUCOMA DRAINAGE DEVICE

Frequently Asked Questions

Causes Of Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is primarily caused by damage to the optic nerve, often due to increased pressure inside the eye from a buildup of fluid.

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Yes, glaucoma is hereditary, and having a family history significantly increases your risk of developing it.

Does Glaucoma Leads Blindness?

Yes, glaucoma can lead to blindness if left untreated.

Types And Symptoms Of Glaucoma?

Glaucoma types include open-angle, angle-closure, normal-tension, congenital, and secondary glaucoma. Symptoms of glaucoma include gradual loss of peripheral (side) vision, blurred vision, and seeing halos around lights. In more advanced or acute cases, symptoms can include eye pain, redness, headaches, nausea, and vomiting. As in early stages symptoms are not noticeable clearly, so regular eye examinations are crucial for early detection.

How Is Glaucoma Diagnosed?

Glaucoma is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam that includes tests for optic nerve damage, intraocular pressure, and visual field loss.

Can Glaucoma Be Prevented?

Glaucoma itself cannot be entirely prevented, but vision loss from it can be prevented through early detection and management of risk factors.

Who Is At Risk Of Glaucoma?

People over age 60, those with a family history of glaucoma, and people with certain medical conditions like diabetes are at higher risk for glaucoma. History of major eye injury, high or low nearsightedness, having a thinner cornea, or using corticosteroid eye drops for an extended period an be the reasons of glaucoma.

What Are The Latest Advancements In Glaucoma Treatment?

Recent advancements in glaucoma treatment include minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS), improved laser therapies, and sustained-release medications implants, which reduce the need for daily eye drops. These new technologies help in early glaucoma detection and leads to better long-term vision preservation.

Is Laser Treatment Safe For Glaucoma?

Yes, laser treatment for glaucoma is generally considered safe and effective. It helps lower eye pressure and can slow the progression of the disease. Most procedures are quick, minimally invasive, and done on an outpatient basis, though mild side effects may occur in some cases.

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