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LASER stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. It is a high energy beam of light which is used to treat the eyes in various ways. LASERs used in the OPD (Out-patient department) are mainly used for the management of retinal and anterior segment conditions. Retinal lasers are done usually to the swelling in the central part of the retina (Macular oedema), for areas of ischaemia in retina especially when abnormal new vessels are formed or to weak areas in retina (holes, tears). The eyes will need to be dilated prior to the treatmentA contact lens needs to be applied on the eye before slit lamp delivery of LASER. Hence, anaesthetic drops are applied before commencing slit lamp delivery of LASER. The procedure usually lasts for about 5-15 minutes. At our clinic we have the Argon Green Laser which is frequently calibrated along with the Oculus laser delivery lenses for all retinal treatment procedures.

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