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Is laser surgery for glaucoma safe to do in the elderly?

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Yes: This procedure which increases fluid exit from the eye is gentle, quick and pain free. The response is rapid in most cases and can be repeated if needed. It is non-invasive which means the risk of infection is really zero.

Dr Pizzo and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2019

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