{"id":87,"date":"2024-12-15T15:49:18","date_gmt":"2024-12-15T15:49:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montrealretina.com\/?page_id=87"},"modified":"2025-07-07T20:28:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T20:28:56","slug":"conditions-treatments","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/montrealretina.com\/en\/conditions-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"Conditions & Treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Conditions & Treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Conditions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Retina Conditions<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A condition causing vision loss in the central field due to retinal damage, primarily affecting older adults.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Diabetic Retinopathy Screening and Treatment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Routine exams and treatments to prevent and manage retinal damage caused by diabetes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Vascular Disease<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conditions affecting the blood vessels of the retina, potentially leading to vision problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Posterior Uveitis (inflammation)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inflammation of the back part of the uvea, potentially causing vision loss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hydroxychloroquine Retinal Toxicity Screening<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular eye exams to detect early retinal damage from long-term hydroxychloroquine use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Retinal Detachment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A serious condition where the retina peels away from its underlying layer, requiring urgent treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Retinal Tears<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small breaks in the retina that can lead to detachment if untreated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Epiretinal Membrane<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A thin layer of scar tissue forming on the retina, potentially causing vision distortion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Macular Hole<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A small break in the macula, causing central vision loss or distortion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Vitreous Hemorrhage<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bleeding into the vitreous gel of the eye, often causing sudden vision impairment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dislocated Intraocular Lenses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Misplacement of implanted lenses, often following cataract surgery, affecting vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hereditary Retinal Disease<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hereditary retinal disease refers to a group of genetic disorders that affect the retina, leading to progressive vision loss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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General Eye Conditions<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Cataracts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clouding of the eye’s lens, leading to vision impairment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Glaucoma<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A condition causing optic nerve damage, often due to increased eye pressure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dry Eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insufficient tear production causing discomfort and vision issues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Blepharitis<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inflammation of the eyelids causing redness, itching, and crusting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cornea disease<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conditions affecting the cornea, impairing vision and eye health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Neuro-ophthalmology<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disorders at the intersection of neurology and ophthalmology affecting vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\"Injections<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Intravitreal Injections<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Injecting medication directly into the eye to treat retinal diseases like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Laser<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Retinal Laser<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using laser technology to treat retinal conditions such as tears, detachments, and diabetic retinopathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"R\u00e9tinopexie<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Pneumatic Retinopexy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Repairing retinal detachment by injecting a gas bubble into the eye, which presses the retina back into place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Chirurgie<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Retinal Surgery eg. Vitrectomy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Removing the vitreous gel to treat retinal detachment, macular holes, or severe bleeding within the eye.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Lentilles<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Secondary Intraocular Lenses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Implanting new lenses to replace dislocated or damaged ones from previous cataract surgery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cataract Surgery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Removing the cloudy lens of the eye and replacing it with an artificial lens to restore clear vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Chirurgie<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Glaucoma Surgery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Procedures to reduce intraocular pressure and prevent further optic nerve damage, preserving vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a laser to improve fluid drainage from the eye, lowering intraocular pressure in glaucoma patients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Laser Peripheral Iridotomy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating a small hole in the iris with a laser to improve fluid flow and prevent angle-closure glaucoma.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Laser Capsulotomy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a laser to clear vision by removing the cloudy membrane that can form after cataract surgery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Traitement<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dry Eye Treatment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various treatments, including artificial tears, prescription medications, and lifestyle changes, to alleviate dry eye symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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