10 hours ago

Ricky • 50

@madrich_12

Is there any concern for having SLT for thick cornea eye? I was always under the impression that a thick cornea naturally means a higher IOP. Therefore, is SLT proper and practical for me with OAG?

10 hours ago

Dr. Donald Schwartz • 250

@_313

The issue with a thick cornea and higher IOP has to do with the type of IOP measurement. The thicker corneas have more resistance as the measuring tip is applied. A higher IOP may be registered due to this resistance. SLT is appropriate for OAG.