Procedure performed by Dr. Gurjeet Jutley at Clínica Guirao
When eye drops are no longer enough
José Luis had been treating his glaucoma with eye drops for years, yet each follow-up visit showed rising intraocular pressure. At the hospital, the only option offered was to continue increasing his medication, without proposing a definitive solution. Despite using stronger and stronger drops, his eye pressure remained uncontrolled and his vision continued to deteriorate.
Seeking a second opinion, he came to Clínica Guirao. After a comprehensive evaluation, our team determined that he was at the optimal stage for combined cataract and glaucoma surgery — a technique widely performed in countries such as the United Kingdom, offering better visual outcomes and more stable intraocular pressure control.
The procedure: Cataract Surgery + MIGS (stent implantation)
Dr. Gurjeet Jutley performed a combined procedure that included:
- Cataract removal.
- Implantation of micro-stents to improve aqueous humor drainage.
These devices help open the natural drainage pathway of the eye, reducing intraocular pressure and providing more effective glaucoma control.
Results for José Luis
Before surgery, José Luis was using a dual-component eye drop, yet his pressure levels remained unstable.
After the procedure:
✔ He no longer requires eye drops to control intraocular pressure.
✔ His eye pressure remains stable.
✔ His vision has improved thanks to cataract removal.
Continuous care throughout recovery
José Luis highlights how supported he felt during his recovery.
In the first few days, minor postoperative discomfort was carefully managed by our team, with follow-up visits arranged both on demand and through his structured clinical monitoring program.
An effective solution for cataract and glaucoma
Combining both procedures allows:
- Improved vision.
- Reduced intraocular pressure.
- Reduced or eliminated need for eye drops.
- Simultaneous treatment of both conditions.
A safe procedure with long-term benefits.
