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The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
|May 2, 2001
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Intra-operative Mitomycin C (MMC) reduces trabeculectomy failure in first-time and high-risk glaucoma surgery. MMC lowers intra-ocular pressure but may increase cataract risk.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Glaucoma Management

Background:

  • Trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure to reduce intra-ocular pressure in glaucoma patients.
  • Mitomycin C (MMC) is used during trabeculectomy to inhibit scarring and prevent surgical failure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of intra-operative Mitomycin C (MMC) application during trabeculectomy.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review and meta-analysis of 11 randomized controlled trials.
  • Included 698 participants across three groups: high-risk, first-time surgery, and combined cataract surgery.
  • Data analyzed using relative risk and weighted mean difference.

Main Results:

  • MMC significantly reduced trabeculectomy failure in first-time surgery (RR 0.29) and high-risk eyes (RR 0.32).

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  • Mean intra-ocular pressure was significantly lowered at 12 months across all groups with MMC.
  • No significant sight-threatening complications were noted, but MMC may increase cataract formation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Intra-operative Mitomycin C (MMC) is effective in reducing trabeculectomy failure for specific patient groups.
    • MMC successfully lowers intra-ocular pressure post-surgery.
    • The primary side effect observed is an increased risk of cataract formation.