Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation (ECP) targets the ciliary body—the structure in your eye responsible for producing aqueous humor (eye fluid). Using a slender endoscope equipped with a light and laser, your surgeon applies precise energy to decrease fluid production, helping manage glaucoma and reduce eye pressure.
Procedure summary
Anaesthesia
Performed under local anaesthetic for comfort.
Surgical Technique
A small incision is made to insert the endoscope into the eye, allowing direct visual access to the ciliary body. Laser energy is applied to destroy select fluid-producing cells, lowering intraocular pressure.
Combined Approach
ECP is often performed concurrently with cataract surgery for efficiency and convenience.
Post-Operative Care
Steroid and antibiotic drops are prescribed to prevent inflammation and infection. Glaucoma medication may continue temporarily and adjusted as pressure stabilises.
Clinical benefits
- Offers a targeted and controlled method to lower intraocular pressure
- Minimally invasive, making it gentler than traditional filtration surgeries
- Can be combined with cataract removal for streamlined treatment
- May reduce the need for long-term glaucoma medications
