Peripheral Iridotomy

A peripheral iridotomy (PI) is a small hole made in the iris to prevent narrow angle glaucoma. Untreated, narrow drainage angles are a risk factor for acute glaucoma attacks, which can threaten vision in a single episode. In a quick office procedure, a pressure differential between the front and the back of iris is relieved allowing greater access for the aqueous fluid to reach the trabecular meshwork, the drainage system of the eye.

Providers for Peripheral Iridotomy

Dr. Elizabeth Martin, MD
Dr. Martha Leen, MD
Dr. Deanne Nakamoto, MD
Dr. Seth Bricel, MD

Procedure

When you having this procedure done, expect about a 1.5 hour visit. We answer your questions, prepare the eye, make it numb, perform the laser, the observe you after your laser. The actual laser takes about 5 minutes. Expect blurry vision for a day or two. You can get right back to your normal routine the day after.