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No-Stitch Pterygium Surgery with Amniotic Graft

Published: January 17, 2025

At Benjamin Eye Institute, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive eye care procedures, including no-stitch pterygium surgery with an amniotic membrane graft. This cutting-edge technique is performed in our in-office surgical LASIK suite, equipped with the latest technology like the Zeiss operating microscope to ensure precision and optimal outcomes.

No-Stitch Pterygium Surgery with Amniotic Graft

What is Pterygium?

A pterygium, often called "surfer's eye," is a benign growth of tissue on the conjunctiva that can extend onto the cornea, causing discomfort, redness, and even vision problems.

Our Advanced No-Stitch Procedure

Our no-stitch approach eliminates the need for sutures by using Tisseel glue to secure the graft, making the surgery faster, safer, and more comfortable for the patient.

Procedure Steps:

  1. Local Anesthesia: Ensures a completely pain-free experience.
  2. Marking the Pterygium: Precisely outlines the area for removal.
  3. Blunt Dissection: Protects the underlying medial rectus muscle using a Q-tip.
  4. Excision: Removes the pterygium tissue completely.
  5. Corneal Polishing: A diamond burr is used to smooth the corneal surface.
  6. Staging the Graft: Prepares the amniotic membrane on the cornea.
  7. Applying Tisseel Glue: Secures the graft without the need for stitches.
  8. Placing the Graft: Ensures proper alignment on the recipient bed.
  9. Smoothing the Graft: A muscle hook is used for final adjustments.
  10. Ointment Application: Provides comfort and promotes healing.

Why Choose Our No-Stitch Technique?

  • Faster recovery time
  • Less discomfort post-surgery
  • Reduced risk of complications
  • Superior cosmetic and functional outcomes

Watch the Procedure in Action!

Donโ€™t miss our informative video detailing this innovative surgery, from start to finish.

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