Glaucoma surgery options at LondonOC

• Xen implant - a 6mm microtube with no cuts or stitches in the conjunctiva and performed with just drops in under 5 minutes. This micro tube is so small and effective it has revolutionised glaucoma surgery allowing us to simplify the procedure and still have the benefits of safe, long lasting drainage.
• Trabeculectomy surgery -Using powerfulanti-scarringagents, and releasable stitches, Glaucoma Drainage Surgery is a proven method to give you optimal results. Our glaucoma specialist consultant surgeons will guide you on which procedure will give you the best pressure control, and all surgeries can be performed under local anaesthetic so you are able to go home on the same day as the surgery.
• Glaucoma MIGS surgery- modified with minimally invasive techniques providing safer & quicker surgery with microtube implants, achieving high success rates and faster recovery. New implants and shunts to lower pressure -effective & safe.
• iStent - new drainage device which safely lowers pressure the natural way without having to cut into the skin (conjunctiva) so reducing the risk of scarring or failure. A quick and effective way of lowering pressure, with less trauma to the eye than conventional surgery.