Glaucoma surgery with Dr. Tiago Prata, Brazil's top glaucoma specialist — recognized by Expertscape as one of the 5 glaucoma specialists with the greatest scientific impact in Brazil — over 20 years of experience in diagnosis and surgery, offering humanized care and cutting-edge technology.
Glaucoma is a chronic, silent disease that, if not diagnosed early and treated appropriately, can lead to irreversible vision loss.
The main form of treatment is the reduction of intraocular pressure, which can be achieved through the use of eye drops, laser therapy, or surgery.
Today, we rely on laser glaucoma surgery technology, an area where Dr. Tiago Prata has extensive experience. This procedure — available in only a few centers in Brazil — offers high precision, efficacy, and a faster recovery, making it one of the safest and most modern ways to control eye pressure and preserve vision.
The ophthalmic surgeon performs a procedure to create a kind of drain inside the eye for the outflow of fluid (Aqueous Humor), in order to reduce eye pressure.
This type of procedure is usually performed in a hospital setting, and the patient must step away from their routine activities for at least two weeks.
Unlike traditional lasers, the selective trabeculoplasty laser increases the permeability of the trabecular meshwork, facilitating outflow (cleaning the eye's drain) without causing tissue damage while controlling disease progression.
• Fast, practically painless, and effective treatment.
• No need for hospital admission.
• Our team has operated on over 800 patients.
This laser provides reduction and control of intraocular pressure, quite similar to traditional glaucoma surgeries, but offering a smoother and safer postoperative period.
• Several scientific papers published by Dr. Ana and Dr. Tiago.
• Individualized evaluation for each degree of glaucoma.
Before starting treatment, it is important to understand how the disease develops, what its symptoms are, and how it can be controlled over time.
Understand clearly what glaucoma is, how it affects the optic nerve, and why it can progress silently.
Find out if glaucoma can be cured and how disease control works throughout life.
Know the warning signs and understand why, in most cases, the disease progresses without noticeable symptoms.
See how eye drops help control eye pressure and why correct use is essential.
Schedule an evaluation to understand the options for controlling eye pressure and the best path to preserve your vision.
We know that eye surgery can generate many doubts and insecurities.
Below, we answer the most frequently asked questions about glaucoma surgery so you can feel more secure and well-informed before making any decisions.
Glaucoma surgery is indicated when treatment with eye drops or laser is not sufficient to control intraocular pressure. It is a safe option to prevent the progression of visual loss.
No. The goal of glaucoma surgery is to control eye pressure and prevent vision from worsening. Glaucoma is a chronic condition, but it can be stabilized with proper treatment.
There are different techniques for glaucoma surgery, such as trabeculectomy, drainage implants, and minimally invasive procedures. All of them aim to improve the outflow of aqueous humor and reduce eye pressure.
No. Most procedures are performed under local anesthesia and mild sedation. The patient does not feel pain during glaucoma surgery, and the postoperative period is generally well tolerated.
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Professor at the Department of Ophthalmology of the Paulista School of Medicine - UNIFESP.
He has extensive clinical and surgical experience in Glaucoma and Cataract.
Ophthalmologist from the Paulista School of Medicine - UNIFESP, he completed his specialization in Glaucoma at the same institution. He obtained his PhD and Post-doctorate in Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences also from UNIFESP/EPM.
He completed his postgraduate training in Glaucoma clinical research in New York, USA, at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary / New York Medical College.
He is currently an Affiliated Professor and Postgraduate Advisor in the Department of Ophthalmology at UNIFESP/EPM, working in the Glaucoma Sector since 2006.
He has held the position of Associated Researcher at the Mayo Clinic in the USA since 2018, and director of the Brazilian Glaucoma Society since 2015.
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