Procedures (condition) - GLAUCOMA
Procedures - Endoscopic CycloPhotocoagulation (ECP)
Endoscopic CycloPhotocoagulation or ECP, is an exciting development in the management of many types of glaucoma including the more common open-angle glaucoma and narrow-angle glaucoma. ECP is performed on an outpatient basis. In this procedure, the ciliary body of the eye, which creates fluid, is treated with a laser. This reduces fluid production that in turn, reduces intra-ocular pressure. The ciliary body is a small gland running around the circumference of the eye located behind the iris.
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The ciliary body of the eye, which creates fluid, is treated with a laser.
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ECP allows the surgeon to view the area through an endoscopic camera, which aids in the very precise placement of the laser beam used for treatment.
Endoscopic CycloPhotocoagulation is often performed on patients at the time of |