Jeff M. Anastasio, OD, FASOS: No financial relationships to disclose
Attendees of this course will have a greater understanding of all aspects of performing YAG Capsulotomy, YAG Peripheral Iridotomy, and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty. The course will cover how to prepare a patient, proper laser set up, use of the laser and post operative care for the procedures. Case examples, photos and videos of the procedures will be used to help facilitate a better understanding of the procedures.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Identify basic principles of lasers used in Optometric Anterior Segment procedures
Understand how to perform preoperative, operative and post operative care for YAG Capsulotomy, YAG peripheral Iridotomy, and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
Understand how to treat common postoperative complications of the procedures
