Patient's question:
The child was born not long ago, and their eyes always tear up, and they always cry a lot. Please ask if late-stage glaucoma cannot be surgically treated.Doctor's answer:
Generally, late-stage glaucoma is not recommended for surgical treatment. Surgical intervention for late-stage glaucoma carries significant risks. The eye structures in late-stage glaucoma are often destroyed, and patients may experience complications such as edema or kidney damage. Even with surgery, intraocular pressure can be difficult to control postoperatively, and complete vision recovery is challenging. Additionally, there is a risk of skin rupture during the surgical procedure.