New Delhi: The Ministry of Defense announced on Wednesday that the Department of Ophthalmology at the Army Hospital Research and Referral (AHRR), New Delhi, has successfully performed the first 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent Implantation (minimally invasive glaucoma surgery) in the country.
This state-of-the-art procedure utilized a new stand-mounted Spectralis system and an advanced 3D operating microscope. This achievement has placed the Armed Forces Medical Services at the forefront of global ophthalmology.
Major Breakthrough in Glaucoma Treatment
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of permanent blindness worldwide. This technology enables real-time visualization of aqueous outflow in the eye during surgery, enabling precise and targeted treatment and is expected to significantly improve patient outcomes.
According to the Ministry of Defense, this achievement is not only a significant milestone in the medical field, but also a major step towards ensuring the vision and operational readiness of Armed Forces personnel.
Success in Robotic Eye Surgery Also
Earlier in August, AHRR became the first government institution 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.
This marks the hospital’s entry into a new era of robotic, blade-less, and computer-guided eye surgery.
The Ministry stated that the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies at AHRR demonstrates its commitment to providing world-class, safe, and advanced healthcare services to Armed Forces families.