The surgeon then temporarily removes one of the muscles that rotate the eye inward. The eyeball is rotated to the side, allowing the surgeon to see the optic nerve behind it. Slits are cut into the optic nerve sheath, allowing the excess fluid to escape and harmlessly absorb into surrounding tissues. A special hook removes any adhesions. The eyeball and the muscle are then put back in position.
Results depend upon when the condition is first diagnosed.
Left undetected, the nerve fibers die, making any visual loss permanent. According to Bose, it s critical to document any changes in vision as soon as possible.