Canaloplasty is an outpatient eye procedure used to treat open-angle glaucoma.It is performed by an ophthalmologist and involves creating a tiny hole in the eye, through which a special microcatheter is inserted.
This device is used to reshape and enlarge the drainage canal that carries fluid out of the eye, as well as to implant a permanent stent to help keep the channel open.The procedure helps to reduce the pressure in the eye, reducing the risk of further damage to the optic nerve.
This procedure is considered to be safe and effective, and has a low rate of complications.Recovery time is usually minimal and the patient can typically return to their normal activities within a few days.