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Ultrasound Cyclo Plasty in Eyes with Glaucoma
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Ultrasound Cyclo Plasty in Eyes with Glaucoma

Published on: January 26, 2018

[Use of cyclophotocoagulation with diode laser in treatment of secondary glaucoma in children]

D Klimczak-Slaczka1, M E Prost

  • 1Z Kliniki Okulistyki Instytutu Pomnik-Centrum Zdrowia Dziecka Kierownik.

Klinika Oczna
|April 5, 2001
PubMed

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Transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation effectively treats secondary glaucoma in children when other methods fail. This safe procedure significantly reduces intraocular pressure in pediatric patients.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Glaucoma Research

Context:

  • Secondary glaucoma in children presents unique challenges.
  • Management often requires advanced therapeutic options.
  • Limited treatment efficacy and high surgical risks necessitate alternative interventions.

Purpose:

  • To assess the efficacy of transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation (TDLC) for pediatric secondary glaucoma.
  • To evaluate TDLC in cases refractory to conventional treatments or with high surgical risks.

Summary:

  • Fifty pediatric eyes with secondary glaucoma underwent TDLC.
  • Intraocular pressure reduction below 23 mm Hg was achieved in 40% at 1 month and 68% at 6 months.
  • Post-traumatic glaucoma showed less favorable outcomes.

Impact:

  • TDLC offers a safe and effective therapeutic avenue for pediatric secondary glaucoma.
  • This procedure is a viable option for cases unresponsive to medical or surgical management.
  • Provides a crucial treatment modality for complex pediatric glaucoma cases.
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