


Glaucoma Treatment in BNH Hospital
About the clinic
Glaucoma treatment at BNH Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, focuses on early detection and prevention of blindness through advanced surgical and laser techniques. The hospital is JCI-accredited and operates under royal patronage with over 125 years of medical experience. A specialized team of ophthalmologists provides care ranging from routine monitoring to microscopic surgery for complex cases.
Advanced glaucoma diagnostics
The clinic uses precise tools to measure eye pressure and evaluate the health of the optic nerve. These tests help doctors identify the specific type of glaucoma and track its progression over time. Patients have access to various diagnostic methods, including:
- Goldman applanation tonometry. This is the gold standard for measuring internal eye pressure.
- Spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT). This imaging captures detailed cross-sections of the retina.
- Visual field test. This maps the patient’s peripheral vision to check for blind spots.
- Pachymetry. A simple test to measure the thickness of the cornea.
- Anterior segment OCT. This provides high-resolution images of the front part of the eye.
- Tono-Pen hand-held tonometry. A portable device used for quick and easy eye pressure readings.
Glaucoma treatment and surgery
While glaucoma cannot be cured, the specialists at BNH Hospital use medical and surgical interventions to manage the condition. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the disease and how well the patient responds to eye drops. The clinic provides several options to lower eye pressure and protect vision:
- Laser treatment. Doctors use Argon or Nd:YAG lasers to improve fluid drainage from the eye.
- Microscopic surgery. Surgeons perform delicate procedures to create new drainage channels for eye fluid.
- Medical management. This includes the latest advances in pharmacological therapies for long-term care.
The hospital houses 100+ doctors across 45+ departments to support patients with complex medical needs. You can request a consultation for a personalized treatment plan through the Bookimed platform.
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Specialized Cancer Screening and Care
The hospital focuses on early detection through advanced genomic technology. Its **ctDNA multi-cancer screening package** uses Next Generation Sequencing to identify risks for five cancer types:
- Breast cancer
- Lung cancer
- Liver cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Stomach cancer
For colorectal health, the clinic offers **SDC2 Methylation** testing. This blood or stool-based test reaches up to 90% accuracy – no colonoscopy or bowel prep needed. If skin cancer is found, specialists perform **Mohs Surgery**. They remove and examine tissue layer by layer during the procedure to preserve healthy skin.
Urology and Men's Health
The M Centre specializes in non-surgical treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The center uses **iTind technology** – a device inserted into the urethra to reshape tissue without incisions. This 15-minute procedure uses IV sedation. Most patients don't need a catheter or hospital stay.
Specialists also provide Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy, which uses thermal energy to shrink the prostate. Dr. Suntchai Wirojsangthong, trained at Chulalongkorn University, leads the urological team. Clinic data shows iTind patients gain an 11.4% improvement in urine flow. After three years, no cases of sexual dysfunction have been reported.
Neuroscience and Spinal Surgery
The BNH Neuroscience Centre treats brain and spinal disorders, including stroke and intracranial hemorrhage. Surgeons perform several **minimally invasive spinal fusion** techniques through incisions of just 1.5–3 cm:
- Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF)
- Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
- Transpsoas interbody fusion (DLIF or XLIF)
- Oblique lateral lumbar interbody fusion (OLLIF)
**3D O-Arm navigation** guides instruments with high precision during these procedures. The center also has physiotherapists and occupational therapists who help patients recover from spinal cord injuries or multiple sclerosis.
Gastroenterology and Eye Care
The Digestive Care Centre uses endoscopy systems with **AI and Narrow Band Imaging (NBI)** technology from Japan. These tools improve visualization of the digestive tract to detect ulcers, H. pylori infections, or esophageal problems. Packages include bowel preparation, sedation, and interpretation by a Consultant Gastroenterologist.
The Eye Department on the second floor treats adults and children, including those with strabismus. Dr. Chavisa Bunyavee, a fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologist, performs microscopic eye muscle surgeries. The department uses **Goldman Applanation Tonometry** to measure eye pressure.
International Patient Services
BNH Hospital runs Thailand's first International Travel Medicine Clinic. This unit offers tourists and expatriates medical advice, tropical disease consultations, and vaccine guidance. Tropical disease specialists and nurses support travelers entering or leaving Thailand. The hospital provides all coordination and medical services in **English**.
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Cholchaya JANTANAGHUL
9/1 Convent Road, Silom, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
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