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iStent procedure to treat open angle glaucoma
The iStent is the smallest medical device to be implanted in the human eye. It is a tiny one-millimetre-long titanium tube and it is used to help treat patient with a condition called ‘open angle glaucoma’. Implantation of an iStent takes only 5-10 minutes. It is often performed at the end of cataract surgery, but can also be done alone. Most people have the operation performed under a local anaesthetic. Immediately after your operation your glaucoma eye drops to your operated eye only will be stopped. You will be given a course of anti-inflammatory and antibiotic eye drops to use after your operation to prevent inflammation and infection.
Will the Istent cure my glaucoma?
The Istent will not cure your glaucoma, neither will it reverse any damage already caused by glaucoma or bring back any lost vision. However, it might prevent your glaucoma from getting worse by lowering your eye pressure.
Is the iStent suitable for everyone?
The iStent is not suitable for all patients and is not suitable for all types of glaucoma. It is suitable for use in those patients who have a type of glaucoma called open angle glaucoma. Your doctor will discuss and explain the suitability of the iStent fully with you.
Midland Eye is a specialist eye clinic led by the UK’s leading ophthalmology consultant doctors. As a world-class centre of excellence for eye surgery, we focus entirely on the treatment and care of patients with a wide range of eye problems, from common complaints to rare conditions that require treatment not available elsewhere in the UK. Our ophthalmic surgeons are renowned throughout the UK and worldwide for their expertise, knowledge and experience.
We offer an all-inclusive self-pay package for iStent surgery for treatment of open angle glaucoma starting from £3,495 (terms and conditions apply). For more information and eligibility criteria, speak to one of our self-pay advisors by calling 0121 667 7894.
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for a Istent surgery for treatment of open angle glaucoma is available from
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for a Istent surgery for treatment of open angle glaucoma is available from
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
You can spread the cost of your treatment rather than paying for everything up-front by applying for our finance options. More information can be found here. *Terms and conditions apply.
We know everyone is different, so your treatment plan will be individually tailored to you and designed to suit your specific healthcare needs and lifestyle
All pre-operative assessments and any tests or scans undertaken while you are at Parkside Hospital for the procedure will be covered - so no hidden costs or fees
All inpatient treatment costs as part of your procedure are included. This includes consultant, hospital, nursing, imaging and physiotherapy fees as applicable
Our expert care doesn't end when your procedure does. All aftercare including medication for up to 7 days and one follow-up appointment post-surgery is included in your package
If you would like to book an appointment call our Appointments Team on 0121 667 5960 or email info@midlandeye.com
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