Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
SLT is a laser treatment used to lower the pressure inside the eye. It is now the first-line treatment for primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It can also be used alongside eye drops.
Painless and quick procedure
Non-invasive
May replace or reduce the need for daily drops
Alternative if eye drops are not working well enough or causing side effects
Can be repeated if necessary
SLT is a great option if you have:
Eye pressures that are not adequately controlled by drops
Intolerance/allergy to eye drops
Difficulty putting eye drops in (e.g. arthritis, tremors etc)
Difficulty applying drops consistently (e.g. dementia, busy lifestyle)
A personal preference to avoid eye drops
SLT is an outpatient procedure. On arrival, drops will be given to constrict the pupil. You will then be seated at a machine similar to the one used for examining the eye. Numbing drops will be applied and a special contact lens will be placed on the eye. You may see flashes of light and hear clicking sounds.
SLT is generally a safe procedure, but possible risks include mild inflammation and a temporary rise in eye pressure. To minimise these risks, Mr Kumar will instil drops after the procedure.
Mr Kumar is a highly experienced ophthalmic laser specialist with over 35 years of experience performing laser procedures across a wide range of clinical settings and using multiple laser platforms. Mr Kumar runs a dedicated consultant-led laser treatment clinic at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, ensuring expert, continuity-focused care. Patients also benefit from access to the latest diagnostic tools and advanced treatment technologies.
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Mr Kumar performs Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) at clinics across Reading and Windsor, Berkshire.