Glaucoma surgery
Glaucoma surgery aims to lower pressure inside the eye and protect the vision you still have. It may be considered when other treatments are insufficient or unsuitable. The doctor selects an approach based on your examination and explains follow-up care. Surgery does not restore vision already lost to glaucoma
- Current treatment does not achieve the target eye pressure
- The optic nerve or visual field continues to change despite treatment
- Drops or other treatments are insufficient or unsuitable
Service price
All pricesWhen glaucoma surgery may be needed
- Current treatment does not achieve the target eye pressure
- The optic nerve or visual field continues to change despite treatment
- Drops or other treatments are insufficient or unsuitable
- The type or stage of glaucoma makes a surgical approach appropriate
Stages of glaucoma surgery care
- Assess the condition — The doctor reviews eye pressure, the optic nerve and changes in investigation results over time
- Choose a plan — You discuss the recommended procedure, anaesthesia, preparation and expected pressure control
- Carry out surgery — The surgeon performs the planned operation to lower eye pressure
- Attend regular reviews — The doctor checks healing and pressure and adjusts treatment according to the findings
Treatment at Svit Ochey
Our clinic in Obolon provides ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment. At your consultation, you can discuss the findings, treatment options and questions about follow-up care
Latest surgical systems from Alcon (USA), Nidek (Japan), Oertli (Switzerland)
Diagnostic equipment: Carl Zeiss (Germany), Topcon, Tomey (Japan), Alcon (USA)
Chief physician: Dmytro Vitaliiovych Vladimirov — candidate of Medical Sciences, physician of the highest qualification category
Member of the Ukrainian, European and American societies of cataract and refractive surgeons
Choosing an approach to glaucoma treatment
Operations aim to lower pressure inside the eye, including by improving fluid drainage. Options include filtering operations and procedures involving drainage devices. The choice depends on the type of glaucoma, the condition of the eye and previous treatment
During consultation, the doctor explains the aim, risks and possible alternatives. Surgery helps protect remaining vision but does not restore sight lost through optic nerve damage
How to prepare
- Bring visual field and optic nerve test results if available
- List your eye drops, dosing schedule and other medicines
- Follow your individual preparation plan and do not stop treatment without agreement
After your appointment or procedure
Follow-up examinations are needed even when you feel well. Your doctor will explain drops and activity restrictions. Glaucoma requires long-term monitoring of pressure and the optic nerve, including after successful surgery
Frequently asked questions
Will surgery restore lost vision?
Vision already lost to glaucoma cannot be restored by surgery. The aim is to lower pressure and reduce further damage
Can I stop drops afterwards?
The need for drops varies. Change treatment only after a review and instructions from your doctor
Could I need another procedure?
Additional treatment is sometimes needed to maintain pressure control. This is why scheduled follow-up is important
Book a consultation
Call or email us to arrange your appointment and ask which records to bring
+380 (68) 707 25 75 · svitochey26@gmail.com
Clinic address: 6A Obolonskyi Avenue, Obolon Plaza, 4th floor, Kyiv 02000
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