How do we treat Pterygium?

Pterygium is an overgrowth of tissue caused by UV radiation. For many people this is unsightly, irritable and can even impact vision. The only curative treatment for pterygium is surgical excision.

At NQ Eye Specialists, our doctors offer pterygium excision surgery using their preferred technique, which can be discussed at the time of your consult. To read more about the P.E.R.F.E.C.T. for Pterygium technique offered by Dr Goodwin, please click here.

What are the risks of Pterygium treatment, if any?

Pterygium removal can result in double vision which in most cases resolves spontaneously within a few days. We advise you not to drive or operate machinery during this period.

What are the benefits of Pterygium treatment?

Removal of a pterygium can not only improve the appearance of your eye, but improve your vision, in certain cases. If you have a pterygium and a cataract, it is best to remove the pterygium first to ensure optimal results for the cataract operation as the pterygium can, and often does, distort the shape of the eye rendering our preoperative measurements inaccurate.