Conditions we Treat

About Adult Glaucoma

The eye produces a nourishing fluid called the aqueous humour. This fluid circulates around the tissues of the eye and drains away through outflow channels. ‘Normal’ Eye pressure is when the amount of fluid produced is balanced by the amount of fluid draining away. If the fluid in the eyes is not ‘balanced’ then the pressure inside the eye rises and this can lead to a glaucoma.

Glaucoma, if left untreated, causes damage to the optic nerve at the back of the eye, ultimately resulting in loss of vision.

About Adult Squint (Strabismus)

Adult squint is a misalignment of both eyes and effects about 4% of the adult population

What is the aim of surgery?

• To improve the alignment of the eyes, to make the squint smaller in size.
• In some patients, to reduce or try to eliminate double vision.
• Occasionally to improve an abnormal position of the head.

How is the surgery done?

Squint surgery is a very common eye operation. It usually involves tightening or moving one or more of the outside eye muscles which move the eye. These muscles are attached quite close to the front of the eye under the conjunctiva, the clear surface layer. The eye is never taken out of the socket during surgery. Stitches are used to attach the muscles in their new positions. Squint surgery is nearly always a day case procedure so you should be in and out of hospital on the same day.

About Adult cataract

A cataract is a condition where the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, hindering the transmission of light rays to the retina, leading to blurred, hazy vision or, in severe instances, loss of sight. Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or seeing faces dull or less colourful.

Cataracts usually form slowly, and people experience a gradual blurring of vision

About Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

The central part of the retina (at the back of the eye) is called the macula and it has an important function as it controls the quality and sharpness of the central part of our vision.

Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the macula resulting in distortion or sometimes loss of central vision (not the peripheral vision) and this can cause problems, when it comes to everyday tasks such as reading and driving.

The good news is that the deterioration of vision usually happens quite slowly.

However, there are two types of macular degeneration – ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ – and what is known as the ‘wet’ form results in a sudden loss of central vision, which is a medical emergency and urgent treatment is needed.

Macula

The macula is a small, extremely important area at the centre of the retina, the light-sensing tissue at the back of the eye and is responsible for seeing fine details clearly. With AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration), you lose the ability to see fine details and lose the ability to distinguish details. AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration) affects only the central vision. Side and peripheral vision usually remains normal.  For example, people with AMD gradually lose the ability to recognise people’s faces.

About Amblyopia

Amblyopia, also known as a ‘lazy eye’, is a childhood condition where a child’s eyesight does not develop in the way it should. The problem is usually just in one eye but can sometimes affect both. If a child has weaker vision in one eye, the brain prefers to use the stronger eye and therefore the visual pathway is not stimulated enough and amblyopia develops.

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Astigmatism is a refractive condition in which the eye’s optical system is incapable of forming a point image for a point object (images are misconstrued).

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Blepharitis is a common condition that causes inflammation of the eye lids and can affect people of all ages. It usually affects the rim of the eyelids of both eyes and usually is not serious but still irritating and uncomfortable. Eyelids may become crusty and scaly and eyes may feel gritty and very tired with increasing irritation when outdoors in sunshine or around any polluted or smoke filled environment.

About Cataract

A cataract is a condition where the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, hindering the transmission of light rays to the retina, leading to blurred, hazy vision or, in severe instances, loss of sight. Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or seeing faces dull or less colourful.

Although commonly associated with ageing, cataracts can also occur due to other factors. However, this condition can be effectively managed and even completely resolved with the right care from a cataract specialist.

At Moorfields Eye Hospitals, we understand the impact cataracts can have on your quality of life. Our highly skilled and experienced cataract specialists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are dedicated to providing personalised care, utilising cutting-edge technology and evidence-based treatments to restore your vision.

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Chalazion is a cyst on the eye lids and develops when a meibomian gland gets blocked and leads to swelling, and it can be of variable size. For the first few days the cyst is inflamed and you might see a small white head on the top of it which then tends to shrink, but might take months to disappear completely

About Children’s Eye Health

Many parents will be familiar with the importance of immunisations, routine screenings such as hearing tests, weight, and growth charts for their children, not to mention dental health when the time arises, but what about their vision?

Some eye conditions do not display any signs or symptoms, so the only way to know for sure is to take your child for a sight test. In cases where there is no perceived problem and no significant family history of squint, lazy eye or serious eye conditions in childhood, we recommend an annual eye examination from around 3-4yrs old. Once these children reach nine and upwards, generally we advise an eye examination every two years unless your Ophthalmologist has advised otherwise.

About Common Childhood Disorders

Strabismus/Squint

This condition occurs when one or both eyes are misaligned and the eyes do not point in the same direction. The eyes may turn inwards (crossed eyes), outwards (wall eyed), up and down or a combination of these. Squint effects around 2% of children, can be present at birth or early infancy, and may be caused by a muscle imbalance or a need for glasses. Treatment may involve the use of glasses, orthoptic therapy, or eye muscle surgery.

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Pink eye or Conjunctivitis is a common condition which causes the surface of your eye to go red and, often, sticky or watery and your eye becomes sore. There are two types of conjunctivitis:

• Viral conjunctivitistends to cause a watery red eye and can last for two to three weeks even with the correct treatment. Generally, viral conjunctivitis does not affect vision but in some cases vision may become blurry or see glare when looking at lights. This is due to an inflammatory reaction causing small white dots on the cornea, the transparent window at the front of the eye. These usually fade with time, but it can take a few weeks or even months.
• Bacterial conjunctivitisis more likely to cause a red eye with a sticky yellow discharge.

About Corneal Cross-Linking

Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is a treatment for patients with keratoconus which can prevent their condition getting worse. CXL is successful in preventing the condition deteriorating in more than 90% of cases. Keratoconus worsens as the cornea weakens. CXL uses ultraviolet light and vitamin B2 (riboflavin) drops to harden the cornea. Together, they cause fibers within the cornea to cross-link – or bond more firmly. This treatment emulates the normal age-related hardening of the cornea, which is known as natural cross-linking

About Corneal Transplant

The cornea is a window of transparent tissue at the front of the eyeball. It allows light to pass into the eye and provides focus so that images can be seen clearly. Various diseases or injuries can make the cornea either cloudy or change shape. This prevents the normal passage of light into the eye and affects vision.
The cornea has three main layers (thin outer and inner layers and a thick middle layer). In some diseases, only the inside layer (endothelium) is affected, causing corneal oedema (swelling) and clouding.

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Corneal abrasions are little scratches on the cornea of the eye. They are usually caused as a result from trauma (injury) to the surface of the eye. Common causes include poking of the eye, quick movements close to the eye, and getting dust in the eye, especially if the eye is then rubbed.  Injuries can also be caused by contact lens insertion and removal.

What is cosmetic upper eyelid Blepharoplasty?

Cosmetic upper blepharoplasty, also known as cosmetic eyelid surgery, enhances the appearance of the upper eyelids by removing excess skin, muscle, and, in some cases, fat. This surgery helps create a more youthful and refreshed look by addressing issues such as droopy eyelids, puffiness, and subtle asymmetry.

The procedure is customised to meet each patient’s unique needs and aesthetic goals, ensuring every individual achieves natural and optimal results.

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About Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of uncontrolled diabetes and consistently high blood sugar over several years, resulting in retinal disease, which can interfere with its ability to transmit images to the brain through the optic nerve.

Blood vessels in the retina play an important role in supplying it with oxygen and nutrients, which keep it healthy and working effectively.

Diabetic Retinopathy can result in damage to the blood vessels; these may then bleed, leak or become blocked leading to cell damage in the retina itself.

There are varying forms and levels of severity of diabetic retinopathy – for example, when the retina becomes damaged, new blood vessels may grow on it and can burst, leading to bleeding and blurred vision. If the macula (the central area of the retina) is affected – this is called Diabetic Maculopathy – the disease has reached a much more advanced and serious stage.

High blood pressure combined with diabetes leads to an even more dangerous condition.

What is dry eye disease?

Dry Eye Disease is a condition in which the eye does not produce tears properly, or when the tears are not of the correct consistency and evaporate too rapidly. If left untreated, this condition can lead to inflammation and pain, ulcers, scarring of the cornea, and some loss of vision.

For individuals who are suffering from with condition, seeking the expertise of dry eye specialists is essential to identify the main cause of symptoms and the specific type of dry eye disease to get appropriate treatment.

Dry Eye disease can affect the quality of life of the sufferer; dry eye can make it more difficult to perform some everyday activities, such as using a computer or reading for an extended period of time, and it can also reduce tolerance to dry environments, such as an aeroplane cabin. There are many factors involved in DED, which is a chronic and progressive disease that produces a range of symptoms and can potentially lead to damaging the eyes.

About Enucleation

Enucleation operation is used to treat eye cancer. The operation is performed to remove the affected eye to prevent further advancement. A second procedure is Evisceration operation, which is used to treat an eye when it has been damaged through an accident and the operation is operation includes the removal of the inside contents of the eye, leaving the outer shell and the muscles intact. In both operations an orbital implant might be used to enhance the orbital volume. After surgery, a temporary transparent plastic shell is put in the eye socket to allow healing and give it shape.
The plastic shell is then replaced with a prosthesis (artificial eye) which is shaped in the form of a large-size contact lens and covers the implanted orbit in the socket of the eye. Instructions on how to remove and clean the artificial eye should be provided.

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Eye infections can invade the eyeball or the area around it – they are generally microorganisms that can be harmful, including viruses, bacteria and fungi.

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A bloodshot ‘red eye’ may be worrying but is rarely serious or causes pain. Symptoms often disappear within a few days, without treatment. But if it does not improve within a few days, there may be a more serious problem.

About Eye Tumor

Tumours inside and on the surface of the eye can be benign or malignant, and can also be primary or secondary tumours. Certain lesions in the eye such as naevi or moles are very common, and usually do not require treatment. Other lesions such as melanoma are rare, and require specialised treatment such as surgery or radiotherapy.

Risk factors

• Exposure to natural sunlight or artificial sunlight (such as from tanning beds) over long periods of time may cause a melanoma on the surface of the eye (conjunctival melanoma)
• Having light-colored eyes (blue or green eyes)
• Older age
• Caucasian descent
• Having certain inherited skin conditions, such as dysplastic nevus syndrome, which cause abnormal moles
• Family history
• having a mole in the eye or on the eye’s surface

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Our eyelid procedures and cosmetic services enhance appearance while addressing practical concerns related to eye health. These treatments focus on rejuvenating the delicate eye area, restoring a youthful look, and improving vision and comfort.

With minimally invasive techniques, we correct structural issues like droopy eyelids and smooth wrinkles and revitalise skin, delivering natural-looking results. Our expert care ensures safe, effective outcomes that balance aesthetics and functionality, tailored to your unique needs.

Our services include: 

• Functional Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
• Cosmetic Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty 
• Lower Blepharoplasty 
• Tear Trough filler 
• Polynucleotides
• PRP treatment
• Filler Complications and Dissolving 

To learn more about these services, please visit the links below.  

What is filler dissolving?

Dermal fillers are widely used to enhance facial features and rejuvenate appearance. However, in some cases, dissolving the filler may be necessary. Fillers can sometimes last longer than expected, remaining in the tissue for years. Whether due to complications, changes in aesthetic preferences, or an overfilled appearance, we offer effective treatment options to restore a more natural look.

At Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, our Aesthetic Oculoplastic Surgeons is dedicated to delivering tailored filler-dissolving treatments. Whether addressing complications, seeking a more natural look, or simply exploring new aesthetic options, we are here to help you achieve your goals safely and confidently.

What is functional Upper Blepharoplasty?

Functional upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to improve vision by addressing droopy lids due to excess skin on the upper eyelids. As we age, the skin around the eyes can sag, sometimes to the extent that it impairs vision, particularly in the peripheral field. In severe cases, the droopy eyelid may cover part or all of the eye, affecting vision. This can interfere with daily activities such as reading, driving, or watching television.

Unlike cosmetic blepharoplasty, which focuses on appearance, functional blepharoplasty restores proper vision and improves patients’ quality of life.

About Glaucoma

Glaucoma often deemed the “silent thief of sight,” is a group of eye conditions in which elevated eye pressure (intraocular pressure) gradually damages the optic nerve, a vital link that transmits visual information from the eye to the brain.

The eye produces a nourishing fluid called aqueous humour. This fluid circulates around the eye’s tissues and drains through outflow channels. ‘Normal’ Eye pressure is when the amount of fluid produced is balanced by the amount of fluid draining away. If the fluid in the eyes is not ‘balanced, the pressure inside the eye rises, which can lead to glaucoma and would require treatment by a glaucoma specialist.

There are two main types of glaucoma:

• Open-Angle Glaucoma: This type progresses slowly and is often asymptomatic until its later stages
• Angle-Closure Glaucoma: This type develops rapidly, causing sudden eye pain, nausea, and blurred vision.

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Hypermetropia is a common refractive condition of the eye in which vision is better for distant objects than for near objects. It can be called far-sightedness or hypermetropia. 
It results from the eyeball being smaller than average, causing images to be focused behind the retina. In hypermetropia, the light is focused too far back in the eye, behind the retina, which causes things to look blurred close-up.
Many very young children have mild hypermetropia that gets better by itself as they grow older.

About Intravitreal Injection

The macula is the central part of the retina at the back of the eye. It is responsible for fine vision (reading, writing, watching television, and recognising faces). Patients with diabetes may develop macular oedema (swelling of the retina) due to leaking of fluid from blood vessels which can result in the vision becoming blurred.

Diabetic macular oedema

Diabetic eye disease is a leading cause of blindness. It is caused by changes to the tiny blood vessels of the retina (the light sensitive layer at the back of the eye). In diabetic macular oedema, blood vessels leak fluid into the retina.

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Usually, itchy eyes are the result of an allergy although there are other possible causes, depending on the symptoms.

About Keratoconus

The word Keratoconus comes from two Greek words: kerato (cornea) and konos (cone). Keratoconus is a degenerative disorder of the eye in which the shape of the cornea, which is usually round, is distorted and develops a cone-shaped bulge, resulting in reduced vision. Keratoconus is a relatively common condition. It affects one person in two thousand, occurs around the world and is quite common in the Middle East.
Progression of Keratoconus depends on the patient’s age at the time of onset and the severity of eye rubbing. The earlier the onset, the faster Keratoconus may progress. The condition always affects both eyes and is asymmetric, so one eye may be more affected than the other.

About Lacrimal Probing

The tear duct is a channel/passage which runs from a tiny opening in the medial lids through the bone to the inside of the nose, and drains the tears and mucus the eye produces. It should open just before or just after birth but sometimes remains blocked for a considerable time after that, causing watering and discharge from the eye. It is harmless, and does not affect the health of the eye or the vision, although it can make the eyelids red and sore and slightly increases the frequency of infective conjunctivitis. The only potentially serious consequence is acute dacryocystitis, which is very unusual.

Most cases resolve with time and can be safely left to do so. Intervention is not normally considered under 1 year and even after that time, spontaneous resolution is still the most likely scenario. The procedure does not have to be done and the decision is the parents. The likelihood of probing success starts to decrease markedly after age 4 years.

The aim of lacrimal probing is to open or widen the tear duct in order to reduce or eliminate watering and discharge

About Laser Eye Surgery

Your eye usually works like a perfectly focused camera, where the focusing mechanism of the cornea (the clear window at the front of the eye) and lens brings light to a focus on the retina (the camera film at the back of your eye).
Sometimes light may not be focused properly due to problems with the structure of your eye. These include short sightedness, far sightedness and astigmatism. These are collectively known as refractive errors.
The branch of ophthalmology dealing with surgery to correct refractive errors is known as “refractive surgery”.
Laser vision correction is a type of surgery that improves the focusing power of the eye where an excimer laser (cool temperature laser) is used to improve the focusing power of your eye. This is done by using the laser to change the curvature of the cornea (the clear window at the front of your eye).

What is Lower Blepharoplasty?

Lower blepharoplasty, also known as under-eye surgery or eye bag removal, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that reduces puffiness and bags under the eyes, creating a smoother, more youthful appearance. This procedure can be done using two techniques: the internal (transconjunctival) approach and the external approach.

About Macular Hole Surgery

If you think of your eye as a camera, the retina is like the photographic film. It is a very thin layer of tissue, which is sensitive to the image focused on it, sending the information to the brain.

At the very centre of the retina is the macula. This is a very special area of the retina, which we use for reading and recognising complex shapes. Sometimes, a hole forms in the macula, which prevents it from working normally.  This affects your vision, particularly for reading and other visually demanding tasks, but it does not cause total blindness.

About Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

Meibomian glands are present in the eyelids and provide the oily part of the tear film that slows the evaporation. When they are blocked, the evaporation is higher and dry eye symptoms develop. Meibomian Gland Dysfunction usually appears in older adults. Suggested risk factors are: Asian populations, frequent eye-liner users, and contact lenses.

About Moorfields Dubai Pharmacy

Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai features a dedicated in-house pharmacy staffed by licensed pharmacists specialising in eye care. From lubricating eye drops to formulating speciality medications, our pharmacy offers a comprehensive range of treatments, all prepared in a highly sterile, temperature-controlled environment. Our pharmacists work closely with our ophthalmologists to tailor medication plans for each patient, enhancing treatment outcomes. This integrated approach provides convenience as patients can receive their prescribed medications directly at the hospital, streamlining their care process.

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Myopia is a common refractive condition commonly referred to as near or short sightedness. People with Myopia can see near objects clearly but distant objects are blurry. Myopia occurs when the cornea and lens focus the light in front of the retina instead of exactly on it, usually because the eye is a little larger than it should be.

What is PRP treatment?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an advanced, regenerative treatment that uses your body’s natural healing abilities to rejuvenate and enhance your skin’s appearance. PRP treatment involves using a concentrated portion of your blood, rich in platelets—cells vital for healing and tissue repair. When introduced into your skin, these platelets release growth factors that encourage skin cell renewal, stimulate collagen production, and repair damaged tissue. This natural, science-backed approach helps achieve healthier, more radiant skin.

About Paediatric Cataract

We all have a natural lens inside the eye that helps us to see clearly. The lens should be transparent like a clean crystal but a cataract makes the lens cloudy. Paediatric cataract is a condition in which the lens of the eye is cloudy, either partially or completely. It can be a congenital condition, present at the time of birth or acquired later, developing after the birth. A cloudy lens can occur in one eye (unilateral) or both eyes (bilateral).

About Paediatric Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye conditions in which the pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure) is raised which in turn damages the optic nerve, (the nerve that goes from the eye to the brain) and can lead to permanent irreparable vision loss if left untreated.

Childhood glaucoma, also referred to as congenital glaucoma, paediatric, or infantile glaucoma, is a rare condition that may be inherited, occurring in babies and young children. It is usually diagnosed within the first year of life.

About Paediatric Squint (Strabismus)

Squint is a term used within ophthalmology for a misalignment between the two eyes. The medical term for this is ‘strabismus’. While one eye looks straight, a person can have one eye that turns inwards (esotropia), outwards (exotropia), upwards (hypertropia) or downwards (hypotropia). A child may be born with squint or it may be something that develops with age. Squints can appear suddenly or develop slowly, they can be constant or may only be present intermittently.

About Phakic Implants

Phakic implants or Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are clear implantable lenses implanted inside the eye to enhance its refractive power. They are surgically placed in either the anterior chamber (between cornea and iris) or the posterior chamber (between iris and crystalline lens) It is a very effective, safe and reliable procedure for suitable candidates.
Phakic IOLs is utilised in patients between eighteen and fifty wherever the patient who have a higher visual impairment than that which can be corrected with laser surgery and for those who are unsuitable for laser surgery.
These lenses function like contact lenses, the difference is that they work from within your eye instead of sitting on the surface of your eye

What are Polynucleotides?

Polynucleotides are naturally occurring DNA fragments vital in cellular repair and regeneration. These molecules act as essential building blocks for healthy skin, helping to restore skin health by promoting tissue regeneration, stimulating collagen production, and improving overall skin elasticity and hydration. As a cutting-edge skin rejuvenation treatment, polynucleotides enhance the skin’s quality, boost collagen levels, and reduce visible signs of ageing, especially in delicate areas like the under-eye region.

About Posterior Vitreous Detachment

Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD) is a common degenerative change, which affects one or both eyes in many people after middle age. It may present earlier in shortsighted patients or those who have sustained traumas to the eyes.

Thickening of the jelly casts shadows on the retina and are seen as floating shapes. These black “floaters “in your vision move with the eye and then settle as the eye rests. These are often described by patients as a “cobweb” or “insects”.

You may also be aware of flashing lights, like little flickers in the outer periphery. Usually these do not highlight a problem, however, it is important to have the eye thoroughly checked, as occasionally a retinal tear or a retinal detachment may occur.

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Presbyopia is a condition which makes it difficult to focus on close objects. With age, by the mid-forties, people experience blurred vision at close points, such as reading, sewing or working on a computer.
Presbyopia it is not a disease as it is a results of the natural ageing process of the eye and it cannot be prevented .

About Progressive Myopia

Myopia or short-sightedness is the difficulty in seeing objects far away. This difficulty is because the light is not correctly focusing on the retina. It is a common eye condition and can progress as the child grows.

About Red reflex Assessment

The red reflex test is vital, non-invasive test that can identify early warning signs of serious eye conditions in children, such as cataract (white water), glaucoma (blue water) and retinoblastoma (childhood eye cancer) and high refractive errors. Infants or children in whom parents or other observers describe a history suspicious for the presence of leukocoria (a white pupil reflex) in one or both eyes should be examined because small retinoblastoma tumors or other serious lesions may present in a subtle fashion.

About Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) is a refractive surgical procedure during which the natural lens is replaced with synthetic implant called intraocular lens (IOL) it is performed to reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Lens clarity and flexibility diminish with age, and many older patients who would like their sight corrected actually have the beginnings of a cataract. Replacing the natural lens is often therefore the best option for sight correction, even for patients with a lower spectacle prescription, particularly if they are longsighted.
Refractive lens Exchange is suitable for people over 50 years of age and have a glasses prescription higher than the normal range for laser eye surgery.

About Retinal Detachment Surgery

Retinal detachment is a condition when the thin lining at the back of the eye (the retina) begins to come away and separate itself from the underlying wall of the eye which contains blood vessels that supply it with vital oxygen and nutrients.

If not treated promptly, retinal detachment will lead to blindness in the affected eye.

A retinal detachment is usually caused by a tear in the retina and this is termed a Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. There are other types of retinal detachment namely Traction retinal detachment which is usually seen in advanced diabetic retinopathy and Exudative retinal detachment (usually seen in people with inflammation). It is the Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment which needs urgent surgery in most cases.

About Retinal Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a treatment that uses a combination of a “cold” laser and a special light-sensitive dye (Verteporfin). This is injected into the blood stream to target abnormal leaking blood vessels in the retina (nerve tissue lining at the back of the eye which detects light and allows us to see) or the layer below the retina (choroid). PDT is used in the treatment of some specific forms of wet macular degeneration and a disease called ‘Central Serous Retinopathy’ (CSR).

About Retinal Vein Occlusion

Blocking of the retinal vein which reduces the vision is known as Retinal Vein Occlusion. This results in the accumulation of blood (retinal hemorrhages) and fluid (macular edema) in the retina and leads to a drop in the visual acuity (clarity of vision).

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It is the most common form of inherited retinal dystrophies and can be inherited as autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked trait. It is caused by genetic variants in genes coding for proteins which are important for the structure and/or function of the rod photoreceptors (which are responsible for night vision) causing night blindness, with eventual constriction of the visual field as the cone photoreceptors become affected.   Some forms of retinitis pigmentosa can be associated with hearing loss, kidney disease, or learning difficulties. Early identification of these conditions allows for appropriate investigation.

About Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

Retinopathy of Prematurity (also called ROP) is an eye disease that affects many premature babies. ROP happens when a baby’s retina doesn’t fully develop in the weeks after birth.  As a consequence of premature birth, abnormal blood vessels are formed, which are fragile and can leak, scarring the retina and pulling it out of position. This causes a retinal detachment, which is the main cause of visual impairment and blindness in ROP. Some cases of ROP are mild and correct themselves, however, others require surgery to prevent vision loss or blindness. Surgery involves using a laser or other means to stop the growth of the abnormal blood vessels, making sure they don’t pull on the retina. As ROP has no signs or symptoms, the only way to detect it is through an eye examination by an ophthalmologist.

About Squint (Strabismus)

A squint, medically known as strabismus, is a condition where the eyes are misaligned and do not look in the same direction. One eye may turn inwards, outwards, upwards, or downwards while the other remains focused. This misalignment affects both children and adults, though its causes and implications may differ depending on age.

In children, a squint often develops due to an imbalance in the muscles controlling the eyes, leading to poor coordination between them. If left untreated, it can cause amblyopia, or “lazy eye,” where the brain begins to favour one eye, potentially impairing vision in the affected eye. Early detection, including glasses, eye patches, or surgery, is crucial for successful treatment.

In adults, strabismus can arise from trauma, neurological conditions, or illnesses like stroke or diabetes. It may cause double vision, headaches, or eye strain, affecting daily activities and quality of life. Treatment options include corrective lenses, vision therapy, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause.

Effective management of squint is vital for improving visual function and overall eye health in children and adults.

At Moorfields Eye Hospitals UAE, our highly qualified adult and paediatric squint surgeons have extensive experience diagnosing and treating all forms of squint. 

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Stargardt disease is the most common form of macular dystrophy.  The macula is the central part of the retina that is specialised for detailed vision and colour vision. It has an autosomal recessive mode of inheritance. Usually patients harbour genetic variants ABCA4.  Rarely, the condition is caused by variants in the gene ELOVL4.

About Tear Duct treatment

Watery eyes or recurring eye infections may indicate issues with tear ducts and may require tear duct treatment. This can occur due to the failure of the tear-drainage system in adequately draining the tears from the eye into the nose,  increased tear production or impaired outflow of tears.

What is a Tear Trough Filler?

Tear trough filler is a cosmetic treatment that reduces hollowness, dark circles, and volume loss under the eyes. When this area, called the tear trough, loses volume, it can make individuals look tired or older. Carefully injected filler restores a smoother, more refreshed appearance, creating a natural transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek for a brighter, more youthful look.

About Trauma

Trauma to the eye socket is common and can cause a number of problems including cuts and lacerations to the skin and eyelids, damage to the tear ducts and also fractures of the paper-thin bony walls of the eye socket.

Eyelid and tear-duct injuries which require surgical repair are highly specialised and should only be performed by an oculoplastic surgeon.

Fractures of the eye socket commonly cause problems with double vision and sometimes can make the eye appear sunken and hollow. These types of fractures may require surgery with the use of implants to restore and support the eye socket. The incisions required for this type of surgery are usually hidden on the inside of the eyelids.

About Uveitis

Uveitis is not a single disease but a clinical spectrum of symptoms and signs caused by a variety of medical conditions. Although it accounts for about 1% of all eye diseases, Uveitis is the cause of 10-15% of blindness and so it must be managed very carefully. Prompt and appropriate treatment is needed to ensure good visual recovery, which is very often achievable. In most cases, a uveitis specialist – an eye doctor with specialist training in diagnosing and managing these diseases, should manage uveitis.

About Wasfati – Online Medication Delivery – Abu Dhabi

“Wasfati” is a new online medication and prescription delivery service in Abu Dhabi, launched by our sister facilities Danat Al Emarat and HealthPlus Pharmacies. With “Wasfati”, we will deliver your medications to your doorstep!

To avail this service, upload a copy of your prescription and complete the electronic form by visiting: www.wasfati.ae/