Scleral Buckle Surgery In Mumbai​

Scleral buckle surgery is a popular surgery for correcting strabismus. It is a type of refractive surgery that uses a scleral buckle to correct the alignment of the eyes. During the surgery, the sclera (the white outer layer of the eye) is folded back and secured in place with a band. 

This correction causes the patient’s vision to be corrected and their binocular vision restored. The surgery is done on an outpatient basis, and most patients are able to return to work within a few days.

If you are looking for surgery to fix a scleral buckle in Mumbai, then you have come to the right place. At our clinic, we offer a variety of surgical options that can fix your scleral buckle

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Scleral Buckling Procedure

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The complete Scleral Buckling Surgery procedure is as follows:

  • The surgeon will make an incision on the outer edge of the eye socket, just above and slightly in front of the eye.
  • The surgeon will create a gap in the bone by cutting it with a saw.
  • The surgeon will then insert a thin metal wire into the gap, gently pulling it outwards to cause the sclera to buckle.
  • The surgeon will then use a clamp to hold the sclera in place while they excise it – this is a delicate process so care must be taken not to damage the optic nerve or other surrounding structures.
  • Once the sclera has been removed, the surgeon can close up the wound using stitches or a patch.

Why Scleral Buckling?

There are a few reasons your doctor may recommend scleral buckling. 

  • One reason is that if the eye is pulled down too far, it can cause pressure on the optic nerve, which can lead to vision loss. Scleral buckling can also help reduce the amount of glare caused by nearby objects and improve vision in low-light environments. 
  • Another reason your doctor may recommend scleral buckling is if you have a very high level of myopia. In these cases, wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses may not be enough to correct your vision. 
  • Scleral buckling can help you achieve better vision without having to wear glasses or contact lenses all the time. 
cross sectioned eye showing scleral buckle

Scleral Buckle Surgery Cost In Mumbai

The cost of scleral buckle surgery varies depending on the severity of the retinal detachment and the number of bands that are needed to repair the retina. In general, scleral buckle surgery costs varies between ₹55,000 to ₹70,000. Scleral buckle surgery is typically covered by health insurance plans.

Scleral Buckle Surgery Hospitals in Mumbai​

There are several scleral buckle eye hospitals in Mumbai, including MantraCare Mumbai, Eye Clinic Mumbai, Eye Center Mumbai, and Eye Mantra Mumbai. EyeMantra is one of Mumbai’s leading scleral buckle treatment center, with over 100,000 eyes operated by its doctors. Our hospitals in Mumbai are accessible from the following areas :

  • A I staff colony
  • Aareymilk Colony
  • Agripada
  • Airport
  • Ambewadi
  • Andheri
  • Andheri East
  • Andheri Railway station
  • Antop Hill
  • Asvini
  • Azad Nagar
  • B P t colony
  • B.N. bhavan
  • B.P.lane
  • Bandra West
  • Bandra(east)
  • Bangur Nagar
  • Bazargate
  • Best Staff colony
  • Bharat Nagar
  • Bhawani Shankar
  • Bhawani Shankar rd
  • Borivali
  • Borivali East
  • Borvali West
  • C G s colony
  • Central Building
  • Century Mill
  • Chakala Midc
  • Chamarbaug
  • Charkop
  • Charni Road
  • Chaupati
  • Chinchbunder
  • Chinchpokli
  • Churchgate
  • Colaba
  • Cotton Exchange
  • Cumballa Hill
  • Cumballa Sea face
  • Dadar
  • Dadar Colony
  • Dahisar
  • Dahisar Rs
  • Danda
  • Daulat Nagar
  • Delisle Road
  • Dharavi
  • Dharavi Road
  • Dockyard Road
  • Dr Deshmukh marg
  • Falkland Road
  • Girgaon
  • Gokhale Road
  • Goregaon
  • Goregaon East

Top Scleral Buckle Doctors in Mumbai

Dr. Shweta Jain
Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma, LASIK
Dr. Akanksha Gautam
Retina Specialist
Dr. Surbi Taneja
Cataract, Glaucoma
Dr. Harleen Kaur
Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma

Happy Patients from Mumbai after Scleral Buckle Surgery

Megha Kaushik

“I had surgery done to correct the vision in one of my eyes and it was a great experience. I am happy with the results, and would recommend MantraCare to anyone who is looking for quality care.”

– Megha (Mumbai)

Frequently Asked Questions

Scleral buckle surgery is a type of eye surgery that is used to treat retinal detachments. The surgery involves placing a band around the outside of the eye, which helps to hold the retina in place. The surgery is usually done in combination with other procedures, such as laser surgery or vitrectomy. MantraCare Mumbai offers one of the best facilities & doctors for Scleral buckle surgeries.

There are several risks associated with scleral buckling such as:

  • Infection: There is a risk of infection associated with any surgery, and scleral buckling is no exception. 
  • Bleeding: There is also a risk of bleeding during or after scleral buckling surgery. 
  • Retinal Detachment: One of the more serious risks associated with scleral buckling is retinal detachment. This occurs when the retina becomes separated from the back of the eye and can lead to vision loss. 
  • Glaucoma: Another potential complication of scleral buckling surgery is glaucoma. This occurs when the pressure in the eye increases, which can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss.

At MantraCare Mumbai, the scleral buckle surgery costs around Rs. 55,000. The cost varies based on the complexity of the case and the procedure used.

Recovery from scleral buckle surgery usually takes one to two weeks. During this time, you will need to avoid strenuous activity and protect your eye from injury.

Mantracare is one of the best hospital for scleral buckle surgery in Mumbai. They have top retina doctors with over 20,000+ satisfied clients.