Prof. Dr. Banu Coşar Ophthalmology · İstanbul
Treatment Guide

Eye Surgery

Guides explaining how cataract, laser vision correction, near-vision surgery, corneal transplant and eyelid operations are performed, who they suit and what recovery involves.

  • 35 procedures
  • In English and Turkish
  • Written by the doctor
Healthy Eyes 106 articles on eye conditions, glasses and contact lenses, nutrition and eye health at every age. Read the articles →
Eyelids Entropion (Inward-Turning Eyelid) An eyelid that turns inwards: symptoms, surgical treatment and recovery. 1 min read Read Eyelids Ectropion (Outward-Turning Eyelid) A lower eyelid that turns outwards: causes, symptoms and surgical treatment. 1 min read Read Eyelids Trichiasis (Ingrowing Eyelashes) Ingrowing lashes that rub against the cornea, and the options for permanent treatment. 1 min read Read Eyelids Chalazion A cyst caused by a blocked oil gland in the eyelid: treatment from warm compresses to surgical drainage. 1 min read Read Eyelids Stye (Hordeolum) A painful, infected swelling of the eyelid: treatment and, when needed, surgical drainage. 1 min read Read Eyelids Xanthelasma (Eyelid Cholesterol Plaques) Yellow fat–cholesterol plaques on the inner eyelids, and their surgical removal with almost no scar. 1 min read Read Eyelids Gold Weight Eyelid Implant A gold plate that helps an upper eyelid close again when it cannot because of facial paralysis. 2 min read Read Eyelids Botulinum Toxin Around the Eyes Temporarily smoothing “crow’s feet” around the eyes: how long it lasts and its side effects. 1 min read Read Eyelids Tear Trough Filler Correcting hollows and dark circles under the eyes with filler. 1 min read Read Tear Duct and Prosthesis Blocked Tear Duct Signs and treatment of a blocked tear duct in babies and adults: from massage to probing and surgery. 2 min read Read Tear Duct and Prosthesis Ocular Prosthesis (Artificial Eye) When ocular prostheses are used, custom-made prostheses, possible problems and advice for wearers. 2 min read Read