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Army Hospital Performs India's First 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent

The Army Hospital Research and Referral has performed India's inaugural 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent, marking a national first in ophthalmic care. This procedure integrates advanced imaging with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to provide real-time visualization of eye fluid pathways. It represents a strategic advancement in preserving vision, particularly for armed forces personnel. This achievement follows the hospital's recent pioneering work in robotic laser cataract surgery, highlighting its commitment to cutting-edge medical technology.

Key Points: India's First 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography at Army Hospital

  • First in India
  • Combines advanced imaging & surgery
  • Enhances glaucoma treatment
  • Improves surgical precision
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Army Hospital R&R performs India's 1st 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent

Army Hospital R&R pioneers India's first 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent, a breakthrough in glaucoma surgery for enhanced vision care.

"A landmark achievement for Indian medicine - Ministry of Defence"

New Delhi, Dec 31

The Ministry of Defence said on Wednesday that the Ophthalmology Department at the Army Hospital Research and Referral has successfully performed India's first-ever 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent, combining advanced imaging with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.

Conducted with the new stand-mounted Spectralis system and a state-of-the-art 3D operating microscope, this pioneering procedure places the Armed Forces Medical Services at the forefront of global ophthalmic care in a landmark achievement for Indian medicine, the ministry said in a statement.

As the first-of-its-kind in the country, the integration of 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent, a Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery sets a new benchmark in glaucoma care, ensuring enhanced intraoperative imaging, and better long-term results.

For the Armed Forces community, it represents not only a medical milestone but also a strategic leap in safeguarding vision and operational readiness.

Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness, has long challenged clinicians with its silent progression.

This breakthrough offers unprecedented real-time visualisation of aqueous outflow pathways, enabling surgeons to deliver precise, targeted interventions and significantly improve patient outcomes.

In August this year, AHRR became the first government institute in India and the second in South Asia to perform Robotic Custom Laser Cataract Surgery using the state-of-the-art ALLY Adaptive Cataract Treatment System.

The achievement marked the Ophthalmology Department's successful entry into the frontier of robotic, bladeless, and computer-guided eye surgery with its first-ever Femto-second Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (FLACS).

The integration of this cutting-edge technology at AHRR underscores the Armed Forces' commitment to delivering the most advanced, safe, and effective healthcare for its personnel and their families, said the statement.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone with a family history of glaucoma, this gives me so much hope. The fact that this is happening in a government hospital is crucial. When will this technology trickle down to civilian hospitals? That's the real question.
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Vikram M
Proud moment for Indian medicine. The Army Hospital R&R is consistently pushing boundaries. First robotic cataract surgery, now this. Our soldiers deserve the very best healthcare. Salute to the doctors and researchers involved.
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Rohit P
Great achievement, no doubt. But I have a respectful criticism. While we celebrate these 'firsts' in elite military hospitals, the condition of basic ophthalmology in many district hospitals is still poor. The focus should be on equitable access.
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Priya S
My father is an army veteran and has glaucoma. Reading this fills me with immense pride and relief. Knowing that such precise, minimally invasive options exist for our armed forces community is a huge weight off our shoulders. Thank you, doctors!
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Michael C
The technical details are impressive. Real-time visualization of aqueous outflow? That's a game-changer for glaucoma surgery outcomes. Hope the expertise and protocols developed here are shared widely with the medical community across India.

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