Pterygium Surgery

A pterygium is a fleshy, wedge-shaped growth that starts on the white part of your eye and can extend onto the clear cornea. While often benign, it can cause chronic irritation, redness, dry eyes, and a gritty sensation. If it grows large enough, a pterygium can even interfere with your vision by distorting the cornea or blocking your line of sight. If you’re bothered by the symptoms or appearance of a pterygium, surgical removal can offer relief and restore comfort to your eyes.

At Dr Nor’Ain KPJ Eye Specialist Clinic, we provide skilled and precise pterygium surgery to effectively remove these growths. Dr Nor’Ain, an experienced ophthalmologist, performs these procedures with careful attention to both the medical necessity and cosmetic outcome. Our clinic is dedicated to offering professional and compassionate care, ensuring a welcoming environment where you can feel confident in receiving reliable treatment for your eye condition.

Pterygium surgery is a minor outpatient procedure, usually performed under local anesthesia. The growth is carefully removed, and often a small tissue graft from your own eye (conjunctival autograft) is used to help prevent recurrence and achieve a smoother cosmetic result. You can expect some redness and mild discomfort for a few days after the surgery, which can be managed with eye drops. The goal is to alleviate irritation, improve the appearance of your eye, and protect your vision from future obstruction.