The use of laser energy to treat various anterior segment conditions, including posterior capsular opacification (PCO), angle closure glaucoma, and open angle glaucoma, has been used by optometric physicians in certain states for over a decade now. This interactive lab will review and update these ophthalmic laser procedures. Attendees will get to perform YAG capsulotomies, laser peripheral iridotomies, and SLT’s with actual lasers on model eyes.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Identify why, and for what ocular conditions, are ophthalmic lasers indicated
Understand the indications, contraindications, treatment protocols, complications, and follow-up with YAG laser capsulotomies
Understand indications, contraindications, treatment protocols, complications, and follow-up with peripheral iridotomies (PI)
Understand the indications, contraindications, treatment protocols, complications, and follow-up with argon laser peripheral iridoplasties (ALPI)
Understand the indications, contraindications, treatment protocols, complications, and follow-up with YAG laser vitreolysis
Understand the indications, contraindications, treatment protocols, complications, and follow-up with selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
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