Cyclophotoablation

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Cyclophotoablation is a process that uses light (such as may be generated by lasers) to destroy the ciliary body of the eye.

One reason for performing an cyclophotoablation is would be to reduce production of the aqueous humour in order to reduce intraocular pressure.
Cyclophotoablation is a process used in the treatment of glaucoma.

 

This section includes short definitions of clinical and surgical procedures concerning the eyes and visual system.
For definitions of other terms in this category, choose from the list to the left.
Other related pages include our diagram of the eye, and definitions of parts of the eye, and the section about disorders of the eye and visual system.

 

Diagram of the Eye


Clinical Anatomy of the Eye

Optics of the Human Eye

The Psychophysical Measurement of Visual Function

Geometrical and Visual Optics: A Clinical Introduction


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