The Aryavarth Express
New Delhi:
In a major milestone for Indian medical science, the Ophthalmology Department at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi Cantt, has successfully performed the country’s first-ever 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent, a cutting-edge procedure that combines advanced imaging with minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.
The landmark surgery was carried out using a new stand-mounted Spectralis system along with a state-of-the-art 3D operating microscope, placing the Armed Forces Medical Services at the forefront of global ophthalmic innovation.
According to the Ministry of Defence, glaucoma—one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness—often progresses silently, making early and precise intervention crucial. This breakthrough technique allows real-time visualisation of aqueous outflow pathways, enabling surgeons to deliver highly targeted treatment and significantly improve patient outcomes.
As the first procedure of its kind in India, the integration of 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography with iStent sets a new benchmark in glaucoma care by enhancing intraoperative imaging and improving long-term results. For the Armed Forces community, it marks not only a medical achievement but also a strategic advancement in preserving vision and operational readiness.
Meanwhile, showcasing its continued commitment to community welfare, the Indian Army’s Romeo Force of the Rashtriya Rifles provided free surgical treatment to residents suffering from burn injuries in Daraba village of Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Patients and their families praised the initiative and the doctors’ dedication. Nasreen Kauser, whose daughter suffered burn injuries after hot oil fell on her head, said the treatment over the past two to three months had significantly improved her daughter’s condition. “The doctors are doing excellent work. We are thankful to the armed forces and pray for their well-being,” she said.
Another local resident, Uzma Shamir, expressed gratitude after receiving treatment for a severe hand injury caused by a grass-cutting machine. “The treatment was very effective. I now visit the doctor every 15 days and can use my hand normally again,” she said.
Earlier, the Indian Army also organised a photography cadre programme at Government Degree College, Banihal, in Ramban district, to promote creative and technical skills among youth. During the inaugural session, professional photographers introduced students to camera operations and the scope of photography and videography.
Photographer Mohd Rafiq praised the initiative, saying it would help young people acquire new skills and become self-reliant. Army officials highlighted photography as a viable career option and expressed confidence that such training programmes would support financial independence among the region’s youth.
