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Orbital Decompression
Orbital decompression may be considered when thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy (TED) presents with significant proptosis, exposure keratopathy, or suspected optic nerve compression, or when pain and pressure are significant, affecting function and appearance. Whether to perform it depends on the dis
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Approx. $2,000
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Peking Union Medical College Hospital - Beijing - Grade 3A
Ruijin Hospital - Shanghai - Grade 3A
West China Hospital - Chengdu - Grade 3A
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How Orbital Decompression is performed
This procedure is for increased orbital pressure and proptosis caused by thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy. Bone wall decompression, orbital fat decompression, or a combination of the two can be selected. Typically, a conjunctival, hidden skin incision, or intranasal endoscopic approach is used to remove part of the orbital wall bone and/or an appropriate amount of orbital fat, allowing the orbital contents to be released into adjacent cavities, reducing pressure on the optic nerve and extraocular muscles. Intraoperative image guidance and hemostatic devices can be used. Postoperative monitoring of vision, intraocular pressure, swelling, and eye movements aims to relieve compression and create conditions for subsequent treatment. The above is general health information and not medical advice; specific information is subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
What is Orbital Decompression?
This procedure is for increased orbital pressure and proptosis caused by thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy. Bone wall decompression, orbital fat decompression, or a combination of the two can be selected. Typically, a conjunctival, hidden skin incision, or intranasal endoscopic approach is used to remove part of the orbital wall bone and/or an appropriate amount of orbital fat, allowing the orbital contents to be released into adjacent cavities, reducing pressure on the optic nerve and extraocular muscles. Intraoperative image guidance and hemostatic devices can be used. Postoperative monitoring of vision, intraocular pressure, swelling, and eye movements aims to relieve compression and create conditions for subsequent treatment. The above is general health information and not medical advice; specific information is subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
How is Orbital Decompression performed?
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How Orbital Decompression is performed
This procedure is for increased orbital pressure and proptosis caused by thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy. Bone wall decompression, orbital fat decompression, or a combination of the two can be selected. Typically, a conjunctival, hidden skin incision, or intranasal endoscopic approach is used to remove part of the orbital wall bone and/or an appropriate amount of orbital fat, allowing the orbital contents to be released into adjacent cavities, reducing pressure on the optic nerve and extraocular muscles. Intraoperative image guidance and hemostatic devices can be used. Postoperative monitoring of vision, intraocular pressure, swelling, and eye movements aims to relieve compression and create conditions for subsequent treatment. The above is general health information and not medical advice; specific information is subject to specialist assessment and hospital protocols.
Recovery process
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Recovery and stay
Combining preoperative evaluation, surgical hospitalization, and follow-up, it is recommended to stay for approximately 10–21 days overall; the specific schedule is subject to the hospital's arrangements.
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How much does treatment cost?⌄
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What happens after I return home?⌄
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