Pterygium FAQs
in Nashville, Tennessee
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Why do people need pterygium surgery?
Pterygiums will be removed if they obstruct the patient's vision, and cause significant irritation or cosmetic concerns.
Who is not a good candidate for pterygium surgery?
Patients with eye problems like glaucoma or dry eyes may not be good candidates for pterygium surgery. Uncontrolled high blood pressure or thyroid disease may also cause problems.
Does pterygium surgery leave any visible scars?
Pterygium surgery rarely leaves large visible scars.
Is pterygium surgery permanent?
No. Some studies indicate that even after surgery, the recurrence rate of a pterygium can be as high as 40 percent. The recurrence is sometimes larger than the original pterygium. Dr. Wang minimizes this risk by using fibrin glue rather than stitches after removal of the pterygium.
How long does pterygium surgery take?
Pterygium surgery typically takes less than a half hour.
If you're interested in pterygium surgery, choose experience and technology. Choose Wang Vision Institute of Nashville, Tennessee. Call or email us today.
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Wang Vision
615-321-8881
1801 W. End Ave., 11th Floor
Nashville, TN 37203
The Wang Vision Institute provides laser vision correction & LASIK eye surgery to patients in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This site is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical advice. If you would like professional medical advice about any laser eye surgery procedure, schedule an appointment to join our next Free LASIK Seminar in Nashville, TN.
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