For LPI in the fellow eye with narrow angles, what is the recommended follow-up window after treating the first eye?

For LPI in the fellow eye with narrow angles, what is the recommended follow-up window after treating the first eye?

• A. Within 24 hours
• B. 2-7 days
• C. 2-3 weeks
• D. 1 month

Answer: (B)

When one eye with narrow angles receives laser peripheral iridotomy, the other eye remains at high risk for angle-closure and potential postoperative pressure spikes. The timing of follow-up is chosen to detect any early, but not necessarily immediate, changes in intraocular pressure or iris behavior while the eye is still adjusting after the procedure. The recommended window is about 2 to 7 days after treating the first eye. This interval allows clinicians to spot and manage delayed IOP elevations or persistent iridotomy issues promptly, reducing the risk of lasting damage in the fellow eye. At this visit, you’d reassess IOP, confirm the iridotomy is functioning, and check for inflammation or signs that might necessitate additional treatment. While some cases benefit from a very early check, 2–7 days is the standard window used to balance early detection with practical follow-up.

When one eye with narrow angles receives laser peripheral iridotomy, the other eye remains at high risk for angle-closure and potential postoperative pressure spikes. The timing of follow-up is chosen to detect any early, but not necessarily immediate, changes in intraocular pressure or iris behavior while the eye is still adjusting after the procedure. The recommended window is about 2 to 7 days after treating the first eye. This interval allows clinicians to spot and manage delayed IOP elevations or persistent iridotomy issues promptly, reducing the risk of lasting damage in the fellow eye. At this visit, you’d reassess IOP, confirm the iridotomy is functioning, and check for inflammation or signs that might necessitate additional treatment. While some cases benefit from a very early check, 2–7 days is the standard window used to balance early detection with practical follow-up.