Trabeculectomy is a surgical operation that creates a new drainage channel for fluid inside the eye. The surgeon makes a small flap in the white of the eye so that fluid can escape to a small reservoir under the surface tissue and the pressure falls. It is considered when drops and laser do not control the eye pressure or when damage to the optic nerve keeps progressing.

Glaucoma surgery in Mumbai at Apex begins with careful assessment, including pressure readings, optic nerve imaging and visual field tests. The operation is done under local anaesthesia, as a day care procedure or with a short hospital stay. A glaucoma specialist guides the follow-up after surgery. You will need frequent visits and eye drops, and the doctor may make small adjustments to control healing. Scarring is the main reason this surgery fails, so regular follow-up is essential.

How the Procedure Can Help

Trabeculectomy can lower eye pressure significantly and slow further loss of sight when other treatments have not been enough.

Risks and Considerations

It protects the remaining vision but does not restore lost vision. The pressure may fall too low, the drainage site can leak, scar or become infected, a cataract may progress, and further surgery may be needed. Sudden pain, redness or a drop in vision needs same-day review.