Glaucoma · NEET PG Preparation Ophthalmology
In the management of glaucoma, which laser procedure creates a full-thickness hole in the peripheral iris to allow aqueous humor to flow directly fro…
Practice question from Glaucoma (NEET PG Preparation Ophthalmology), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-99E9B3
In the management of glaucoma, which laser procedure creates a full-thickness hole in the peripheral iris to allow aqueous humor to flow directly from the posterior chamber to the anterior chamber, relieving pupillary block?
- A.Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
- B.Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (LPI)Correct answer
- C.Cyclophotocoagulation (CPC)
- D.Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty (ALT)
Solution
Laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) creates an opening in the peripheral iris, eliminating the pressure gradient between the posterior and anterior chambers in angle-closure glaucoma caused by pupillary block.
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