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Eye Floaters Surgery: Vitrectomy

Vitrectomy surgery to remove floaters is an option for people who have very severe floaters or who have great difficulty adapting to them.

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Summary

Surgery to remove vitreous floaters is a form of keyhole surgery performed under a microscope, using 3 small incisions (1-2mm in size) in the white of the eye for insertion of very fine instruments. The vitreous jelly is removed (vitrectomy), removing the vitreous debris that causes floaters.

[British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons – Floaters, see www.beavrs.org ]

The Process

Vitreous floater surgery usually takes 45-90 minutes and can be done with the patient fully awake (local anaesthetic), or sedated, as a daycase procedure. Most patients opt for local anaesthetic, which involves a numbing injection around the eye so that no pain is felt during the operation; this is sometimes supplemented with medication to reduce anxiety (sedation).

Why MY Eye Clinic?

My Eye Clinic can provide expert consultant assessment of retinal problems including vitreous floaters.

My Eye Clinic has a full range of diagnostic equipment for assessing the retina and the vitreous with detailed OCT scans.

My Eye Clinic has a new operating theatre fully equipped with the latest generation cataract machine (Alcon Centurion Gold), an excellent operating microscope and a new (Dorc Nexus) combined cataract and vitrectomy machine.

Your Consultants

Mr Habib, Retinal Surgeon at My Eye Clinic. He specialises in Macular Hole Surgery, Floater Surgery, Epiretinal Membrane Surgery and Cataract Surgery.

Mr Habib

Consultant Eye Surgeon with a specialist interest in Retinal Surgery

Mr Habib has a special interest in macular hole surgery, epiretinal membrane (ERM) surgery, surgery for vitreous floaters, and treating complicated cataracts. Mr Habib has been a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreo-retinal Surgeon at Sunderland Eye Infirmary since 2011. He is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University.

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Ms Oswal

MBBS, MS in Ophthalmology, MRCOphth, FRCOphth, Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Kadambari Oswal is a Consultant Ophthalmic and Vitreoretinal surgeon who performs complex/high-risk cataracts and vitreoretinal surgeries including retinal detachment surgeries, macular holes, epiretinal membranes.

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Mr Young-Zvandasara, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Cataract and Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Mr Young

MBChB (Dundee), MSc (Engineering), MIET, FRCOphth (UK), MAcadMEd

Tafadzwa Young-Zvandasara MBChB (Dundee), MSc (Engineering), MIET, FRCOphth (UK), MAcadMEd is leading Consultant ophthalmologist specialising in Vitreoretinal and Cataract surgery in the North East of England. He specialises in Retinal surgery, Cataract surgery and Retinal conditions.

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Costs

Inclusive prices include post-operative medicines and follow-up appointments:

Vitrectomy surgery under local anaesthetic

£6100

Risks

Usually floaters are not treated, because they are harmless and do not cause significant visual problems. Surgery to remove floaters is an option for people who have very severe floaters or who have great difficulty adapting to them. For most people, the risks of vitrectomy surgery outweigh the benefit of removing floaters.

The risks if vitrectomy surgery to remove floaters include:

[British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons – Floaters, see www.beavrs.org ]

Cataract

The most common side effect of vitrectomy is development of a cataract (cloudiness of the lens) at an earlier stage than it would have done otherwise. Rarely, cataract may occur immediately after vitrectomy surgery, but more commonly this may come on 2-3 years after the operation. Further surgery is needed to treat the cataract.

Retinal detachment

About 1 in 50 patients develop a retinal detachment after surgery. In this situation further surgery is required to reattach the retina, which can sometimes lead to reduced vision in the eye afterwards. The vast majority of retinal detachments are repairable, but further surgery is required, and this can be a potentially blinding complication.

Bleeding

This occurs very rarely, but severe bleeding within the eye can result in blindness.

Infection

this is also very rare and would be expected to occur in about 1 in 1000 patients, but if it occurs it needs further treatments and it can lead to blindness.

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Ann HeslopAnn Heslop
11:04 06 Sep 24
I was absolutely petrified but all the staff and Mr Gosh put me at ease had my corneas and cataracts done and never felt a thing. They were always there when I needed them. Many thanks to you all.Ann Heslop one of the owners of Heslop Appliances
Daren KnipeDaren Knipe
15:24 27 Aug 24
I nervously agreed to get this surgery done after pressure from my wife as I kept getting irritated by my Glasses always getting in the way of my life. I made my appointment at MY Eye Clinic. All the team were extremely informative and took time to answer all my questions. I had full lens replacement and the surgery was painless and I really don’t understand why I was worried. The results are fantastic and I now have 20/20 vision at the age 50! I went diving again this year and just amazed by the difference. Biggest difference has been in everyday life, looking at my phone, reading food labels etc. don’t wait get it done it’s a life changer and the team and after care at MY Eye are the best !
PAULINE HAMPTONPAULINE HAMPTON
12:18 19 Aug 24
I have recently had a clear lens extraction with a multifocal lens implant procedure carried out by Mr Ghosh. In my initial appointment everything was explained in depth about the procedure and the after care. My experience from start to finish was exceptional, all the staff in my eye clinic were professional, helpful and very welcoming. My goal was to be glasses free and that is my position since my operation. My only regret is that I didn’t have my lens exchange procedure done earlier!! I would like to thank Mr Ghosh and his team for my first class treatment. This procedure has definitely been life changing for me!
Rohit LawrenceRohit Lawrence
08:35 18 Aug 24
Fantastic service. Got lasik surgery done here, couldn't have gone any better. Very professional team with a high standard of care. Follow up has been easy to arrange and any queries I had post-operation were dealt with quickly.
George BarrettGeorge Barrett
19:16 15 Aug 24
The whole experience, from my initial telephone enquiry, the consultation and the procedure, to the follow up appointment was first class. Abbie, Eyelid Service Manager, was extremely helpful and professional, explaining everything fully over the telephone, which instilled confidence in me. My consultation with Mr Boyce was thorough assessing the problem and explaining what the procedure entailed. The procedure was a great success and Mr Boyce and his nursing staff were brilliant.I would highly recommend My Eye Clinic without any hesitation.
Claire BurnsClaire Burns
17:08 02 Aug 24
I’m 58 years old and have one good eye for close sight and one good eye for far sight. I was investigating laser eye surgery, to at least one eye, to make at least one side work better.The surgery is easy to find, immaculately clean and a calm oasis of tranquility, on the hot day I got there.The booking process had been easy, I had rang and booked in person and unlike Optical Express in Newcastle, I hadn’t been diagnosed over the phone and pushed towards the most expensive treatment in two minutes.Optical express did this when I made the appointment and I felt so untrusting of them giving me impartial advice I cancelled the appointment before I went, I just had a bad feeling about them.My Eye Clinic were different. I was greeted by reception, taken to the optometrist and my eyes tested and then taken to see Dr Ghosh.One word of warning. They put drops in your eyes and it does make everything blurry and believe me, you won’t want to be driving after that. Get the bus from Regents Center, the stop is just outside the clinic, it’s the way forward.He looked at my tests, did some more checks and finally said basically “ you’ve got an excellent eye on alternate sides for each type of vision, the brain is compensating and you don’t need this surgery right now- I’d be reluctant to take you as a patient”How often does a businessman say that?He spent a long time explaining this to me, I was disappointed at first but then I understood what he was getting at. Patient outcome and satisfaction is most important to him. He’s in it for the long term.“ Come back” he said, “if one of your good eyes deteriorates” and we will look again then and that is exactly what I will do.I know this is a long review but I would trust the advice Dr Ghosh gives you.My 19 year old daughter has very short sighted eyes and I will be bringing her to Dr Ghosh when she is 21 and her sight has stabilised.The whole experience was edifying.Thank you to reception and Anita Murphy as well. They were lovely.
Duncan AllenDuncan Allen
16:09 18 Jul 24
Absolutely totally professional service from start to finish. Had my cataracts removed and bifocal lens fitted, the final results are fantastic, no need for glasses anymore. Also the follow up and after care service has been brilliant.
Hazel McDiarmidHazel McDiarmid
10:40 14 Jun 24
Andrew has been patient and explained things well. His manner is gentle and kind.I am still adapting to my hearing aids and so far they have helped a little but not as much as I had hoped in noisy environments.
Anthony TooleAnthony Toole
12:56 16 Apr 24
Alistair QuinnAlistair Quinn
13:07 09 Apr 24
First class recommendation for My Eye Clinic and in particular Andrew Peel who was professional, knowledgeable very thorough. A pleasure to deal with!
Holly RobinsonHolly Robinson
12:16 28 Mar 24
So helpful and reassuring. My site is amazing. The whole process was so smooth, I understood everything that I was told and knew of any risks and potential side effects before agreeing to anything. Couldn't be happier.
Dawn RaffleDawn Raffle
19:10 21 Feb 24
I recently had permanent lens procedure carried out by Mr Ghosh. Having glasses as a child and contact lenses for many years, this has been an absolute revelation for me. Mr Ghosh was absolutely brilliant and very professional from the start. All the staff are lovely and especially like to thank Dianne, Anita and the team. This has changed my life for the better thanks.
Anis FinnAnis Finn
09:35 29 Mar 23
Beautiful clinic, really nice atmosphere, prompt service and really friendly and professional staff. Fernando was particularly great!I would definitely recommend.
Mrs TigerMrs Tiger
17:51 17 Jan 23
Excellent care, all staff very courteous and helpful. YAG surgery clearly explained to me by Mr Morgan, who did a brilliant job. I'd highly recommend this clinic.
Arya DaniArya Dani
14:43 22 Dec 22
Good location
Audrey GilesAudrey Giles
08:58 23 Nov 22
I visited the My Hearing Clinic knowing I needed a hearing assessment but thinking it was just a build up of wax. It came as a shock that I heard a hearing loss which needed addressing. The service I received from Andrew was outstanding! He explained my hearing loss and went through all my options. He recognised that it was a lot of information to take in so made a follow up appointment, giving me sufficient time to think about what I wanted to do. From start to finish the service has been excellent, efficient, professional and friendly from the moment you walk through the door and meet Lee. The clinic is well located, parking on site, high standard of cleanliness. Definitely a recommendation from me. Thank you!
Andrea BoothAndrea Booth
19:55 22 Nov 22
Absolutely first class treatment and experience at this wonderful clinic. Staff were exceptionally welcoming and friendly Mr Morgan the consultant was lovely explaining everything. I had YAG laser treatment painless no discomfort and almost immediate corrected vision. Thank you all so very very much.
Glynis GallagherGlynis Gallagher
16:41 17 Nov 21
Visited clinic today with a totally blocked left ear. Had micro suction to remove a huge build up of ear wax. It was over in minutes. Excellent, efficient and friendly service from start to finish. Would recommend 100% Worth every penny!
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