LASER RETINA


ARGON LASER:


Certain types of low intensity laser produce a controlled burn in the specific tissue which they are designed for. The applications of this laser in ophthalmology are :


Panphotocoagulation : In diabetic retinopathy and venous occlusion to treat affected areas of the retina which may be affecting the healthy retina.


Photocoagulation : The treatment of tears and degeneration of the periphery of the retina as a means to prevent retinal detachment.