Key planning information for eye muscle surgery abroad.
$1,800 fromLowest listed price (Thailand)
28 hospitalsList eye muscle surgery
15Countries with hospitals listed
Eye Muscle Surgery abroad is listed from US$1,800 to US$1,900 at 28 hospitals in Thailand, with 15 countries listed in total. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Prices last updated Mar 2010
Description of Eye Muscle Surgery:
What is Eye Muscle Surgery?
Eye muscle surgery refers to a surgical procedure to repair eye muscle problems that cause misaligned eyes, known as strabismus. The surgery helps in positioning the eyes correctly to enable correct movement.
It may include various procedures such as loosening and tightening procedures, myectomy, myotomy, tenectomy, tenotomy, resection, tucking, repositioning, etc. The surgery may be performed on one or both eyes depending on the case.
How is Eye Muscle Surgery Performed?
A small incision is made on the conjunctiva covering the white of the eye.
The eye muscles that need surgery are located and depending on the requirement, the muscles are either strengthened or weakened.
If a muscle needs to be strengthened, the muscle is shortened by removing a section of it. This is known as resection.
If a muscle needs to be weakened, the muscle is reattached to the back of the eye. This is known as recession.
For adult patients, an adjustable suture may be applied on the weakened muscle.
How to Prepare for Eye Muscle Surgery?
The patient’s full medical history and physical checkup are required before the surgery.
The patient’s orthoptic measurements are required.
The doctor should be informed about the drugs, herbs or vitamins that the patient is taking.
The doctor should be informed if the patient has any allergies and other ailments.
Certain medication that the patient may be taking should be stopped approximately 10 days before the surgery.
The patient may need to stop taking any solid or liquid food for several hours before the surgery.
If medication needs to be taken on the day of the surgery, it can be taken with a small sip of water.
About Eye Muscle Surgery
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Days admitted
None. The surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia is given to children; adult patients may be given local anesthesia.
Recovery
- The eyes may become itchy after the surgery for two to three weeks. - The eyes may become watery and turn reddish for about two weeks. - Hemorrhage may occur over the white of the eye for two to three weeks. - Membranes that may have thickened over the eye will take several weeks to disappear. - Mild swelling and discharge accompanied by pain will gradually disappear over two to three days after the surgery. - The patient may experience double vision for a short period of time.
Risks
- Adverse reactions to anesthesia and medicines - Breathing difficulty - Bleeding and infection - Wound infection - Eye damage - Permanent double vision
After care
- The patient should have a follow-up appointment with the doctor in one to two weeks after the surgery. - The patient should avoid rubbing the eyes. - Eye-drops or ointments may be required to prevent infection. - Some medications should be avoided during the recovery period. - The patient should ensure that the eyes do not get wet for three to four days after the surgery. - Swimming should be avoided for 10 days. - The patient may need to wear glasses or a patch as the eye muscle surgery does not repair poor vision of an amblyopic eye. - To treat binocular vision, corrective lenses and eye exercises may be required.
Cost of Eye Muscle Surgery by country
Price ranges in US$ for each country with a published range. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
DoctorsGUProf. Gerd U. AuffarthMPProf. Mike P. Holzer
The first in a brand new chain of ultra-modern hospitals, opened in January 2013, LIV hospital focuses on foreign patients, and tries to provide a complete and comprehensive service by a dedicated international team.
A JCI accredited, multi-specialty medical center which is a part of the Acibadem Healthcare Group. The hospital provides medical care in virtually all medical specialties. International patients are catered for through the Acibadem International Patients Center.
HM Hospitales is a hospital group with six private hospitals in Madrid: three general hospitals, a cardiovascular hospital, an oncological center and a women's health hospital.
Medipol Mega Hospital Complex is a modern medical facility with four specialist hospitals and an extensive selection of high caliber medical devices available for use. The hospital provides treatments in a wide variety of medical fields in its 470 bed facility.
DoctorsDMProf. Dr. Mehmet Selim KocaboraAPAssoc. Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Gökhan GülkilikView all 9
This multi-specialty tertiary hospital offers various medical services as well as dental procedures to local and overseas patients. It serves over 100,000 international patients every year.
DoctorsSSDr. Srisuraj SawangPADr. Pipat AnuchatrakoonView all 20
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a JCI accredited facility that provides the highest quality of care for all its patients. The hospital is one of Turkey’s largest private hospitals and utilizes the best and most up-to-date technologies in its 170 bed facility.
HYGEIA Hospital is the first large private hospital to operate in Greece and has been a leading healthcare provider for the last 35 years. It is the first and only hospital in Greece to be accredited by the JCI.
A tertiary university hospital with over 750 physicians, providing medical services in most medical specialties. Services to foreign patients include interpreters, insurance coordination, and transportation arrangements. Both hospital and doctors have liability insuranc
A full service private hospital offering a comprehensive range of specialist services by a team of 200 physicians. 35-40% of the patients are foreigners, and there is a dedicated department for handling medical tourists.
DoctorsLJDr. Lee Jong JianKCDr. Khoo Chong YewView all 3
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