Cyclophotoablation
Cyclophotoablation is a process that uses light (such as may be generated by lasers) to destroy the ciliary body of the eye.
Why perform a cyclophotoablation ?
One reason for performing an cyclophotoablation is to reduce production of the aqueous humour in order to reduce intraocular pressure.
Cyclophotoablation is a process used in the treatment of glaucoma.
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of many diseases, disorders, and conditions of the eyes and visual system.
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- A diagram of the eye
- Definitions and descriptions of the parts of the eye
- A concise description of the human retina
- Definitions of parts of the retina
- Diseases and disorders of the human eye and the human visual system
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