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flag An 82-year-old man in Frinton became one of Europe’s first to receive a new glaucoma treatment combining iSTENT and MINT surgeries, lowering eye pressure and eliminating daily eyedrops.

flag An 82-year-old man in Frinton became one of the first in Europe to undergo a new glaucoma treatment at Colchester Hospital, using a minimally invasive procedure combining iSTENT and MINT surgeries. flag The operation, performed alongside cataract surgery, lowered eye pressure, eliminated the need for daily eyedrops, and required less than 30 minutes with recovery in two to three days. flag Led by consultant surgeon Chrys Dimitriou, the procedure aims to prevent optic nerve damage and marks a major advancement in early glaucoma care, offering faster results and reduced risk compared to traditional methods. flag Glaucoma, often symptomless, can cause irreversible vision loss if undetected, making early detection vital.

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