Pterygium surgery in Iran

Best Pterygium surgery in Iran performed by the best Iranian ophthalmologists

Pterygium surgery in Iran (Per eye):

Description

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Description

Pterygia is the noncancerous growth of conjunctiva in the eye. This tissue is removed through

Pterygium surgery. The conjunctiva is the covering tissue of sclera and inside the eyelids, which is normally clear. Mild cases of a pterygium have little or no symptoms. However, in Severe cases, the overgrown conjunctiva tissue can spread to the cornea and occupy the pupil which impairs vision and causes astigmatism. This overgrowth makes the eye feel dry and irritated with a foreign body in it. On another hand, it has cosmetic effects as well. Common symptoms of pterygium are:

• Redness of the eye

• Blurry vision

• Eye irritation

• Sensing burning and itching

• Discomfort when using contact lenses

In rare cases, corneal scarring which should be treated before causing vision loss.
Procedures

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Procedures

There are some systematic examinations and tests before the operation. The surgery is usually an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia. The following steps are done in operation:

• First, the eyes will be numbed and sedated to prevent pain and discomfort.

• Then the surrounding area of the eye will be cleaned.

• The pterygium and some of the connected conjunctiva tissue will be removed.

• The removed area will be replaced by membrane graft to prevent recurring growths.

• The graft will be secured using fibrin glue or sutures.
Patient Eligibility

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Patient Eligibility

Some cases of a pterygium produce little to no symptoms. Severe overgrowth of conjunctiva tissue can cover the cornea and interfere with your vision.

If the pterygium is large enough, seeing can be difficult. It also can make the patient feel that their eye is irritated, dry, or has something in it. It also can cause cosmetic concerns. In some people, the pterygium grows to cover the entire front of the eye and makes it hard to see.

When the pterygium causes discomfort to the patient or enlarges its size to the extent that it approaches or occupies the area of the pupil, causing astigmatism or impairing vision, surgery is necessary.

So, if you have the following symptoms, surgery is inevitable:

• Symptomatic conjunctiva overgrowth

• Red and inflamed, and large, thick lesions

• Persistent sensation of a foreign body in the eye

• Blurry vision caused by problematic lesions of pterygium

• Not effective treatment by eye drops
Medical Services INCL. & EXCL.

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Medical Services INCL. & EXCL.

INCLUSIONS:

• Surgeon’s fee

• Hospital facility costs

• Surgery garments

• Follow-ups are scheduled during the next 5 days

• Consultation with hospital consultant

• Medical tests

• Prescriptions for medications
Further Information

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Further Information

There are two types of tissue graft that are used to replace the removed area in pterygium surgery:

1. Conjunctival autograft (CAG): conjunctival tissue will be removed from another part of the eye to cover the bare spot of removed pterygium.

2. Amniotic membrane transplant (AMT): amnion tissue from a baby’s placenta after childbirth is obtained from the tissue bank to cover the bare spot.

- It is notable that Individual leaflets based on the patient/client plan will be offered to you including instructions before and after procedure and also for upcoming follow-up. During your staying in Iran, you will be fully supported by Exon English and Arabic translation team, who will be happy to assist with any concerns or queries that arise.
Risks and Benefits

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Risks and Benefits

Pterygium surgery may carry some risks like any other surgery including:

1. Infection

2. Reduced transparency in the treated area

3. Corneal thinning

4. Foreign body granuloma

5. Hypertrophic scars in conjunctiva

6. Risk of pterygium recurrence

Note: This package information is provided by the scientific team of Exon Health Paradise Co. and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider for advice about a specific medical condition.