YAG
Yttrium Aluminum Garnet Laser
Plain-language definition
A laser for procedures like capsulotomy (clearing cloudy membrane after cataract surgery) and iridotomy (creating a drainage hole for angle-closure glaucoma).
Where this term comes up
“Laser Vitreolysis (YAG laser):”
Condition · Floaters and Flashing Lights
“Easily treated with YAG laser (quick outpatient procedure)”
Treatment · Cataract Surgery
“YAG capsulotomy: many patients can drive after pupil dilation has worn off, but follow the instructions given for your eye”
Guide · Driving with Vision Changes - When to Talk to Your Doctor
- Category
- Treatment or procedure
- Also written as
- No alternate forms listed.
Treatment terms describe procedures, surgeries, devices, or treatment strategies used to manage eye and vision conditions.
Related glossary terms
- opacification
Clouding
- macula
Central Retina
- capsulotomy
Laser Clearing After Cataract Surgery
- hemorrhage
Bleeding
- vitreous
Eye's Internal Gel
- IOL
Intraocular Lens
A note on medical context
A glossary definition can explain a word, but it cannot tell you whether a symptom or test result is serious. If this term came from an article, use the full article and your clinician's guidance for context.