iStent inject® surgery

Understanding Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated in time. It is closely linked to a build-up of pressure inside the eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP). This pressure can damage the optic nerve, which is essential for transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. Left unmanaged, glaucoma may result in gradual but irreversible blindness.

At our Oxford clinic, Gurjeet Jutley, a highly experienced ophthalmologist, offers advanced glaucoma care, including iStent inject surgery, to help control intraocular pressure and protect long-term vision.

What is iStent inject®?

iStent inject® is an innovative treatment available for managing mild to moderate open-angle glaucoma. The procedure involves the implantation of two tiny, biocompatible titanium stents into the eye’s natural drainage system (the trabecular meshwork). Each stent is smaller than the head of a pin and works to improve fluid outflow, helping to reduce pressure inside the eye.

Gurjeet Jutley is trained in performing this minimally invasive procedure, either on its own or alongside cataract surgery. His personalised approach ensures that each patient receives the most appropriate treatment for their individual condition.

How Does the Procedure Work?

During iStent inject surgery, two micro-stents are carefully inserted into the eye through a single-entry point. These devices create permanent pathways in the trabecular meshwork, allowing aqueous fluid to flow more freely into Schlemm’s canal—the eye’s main drainage channel.

This minimally invasive procedure is designed to be safe, precise, and effective, with a rapid recovery time and minimal disruption to your day-to-day life.

Key Benefits of iStent inject

• Minimally Invasive – Inserted through a tiny incision, often during cataract surgery, with no need for complex drainage surgeries.
• Improved Fluid Outflow – Restores the eye’s natural drainage system to reduce intraocular pressure.
• Rapid Recovery – Patients typically return to normal activities quickly after surgery.
• Safe and Proven – CE marked in Europe and FDA approved in the United States, with an excellent safety record since its introduction in 2012.
• Long-Term Glaucoma Control – While it does not cure glaucoma or restore lost vision, it significantly helps slow the progression of the disease and reduce the need for medication.

Gurjeet Jutley will assess whether iStent inject® is suitable for your specific case, especially if other treatment methods such as drops or laser therapy are not suitable.

Why Choose iStent inject Surgery in Oxford with Gurjeet Jutley?

The iStent inject procedure is one of the surgical options and can provide patients with glaucoma a safe, effective way to reduce eye pressure. Whether performed alone or in combination with cataract surgery, it offers a minimally invasive alternative with proven outcomes.

If you are considering iStent inject Surgery in Oxford, or if you would like to learn more about your treatment options for glaucoma, we invite you to book a consultation with Gurjeet Jutley. He will guide you through your options and help you make an informed decision to protect your vision and quality of life.