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Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment01:28

Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment

Angle-closure glaucoma, or closed-angle glaucoma, is an eye condition where the iris bulges out and blocks the iridocorneal angle, resulting in a buildup of aqueous humor and increased intraocular pressure. Immediate medical attention is necessary due to the sudden onset of symptoms. The treatment for angle-closure glaucoma includes short-term and long-term approaches. Short-term treatment involves using eye drops like pilocarpine to lower intraocular pressure by increasing aqueous humor...
Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment01:27

Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment

In open-angle glaucoma, the iridocorneal angle remains open, but the trabecular meshwork becomes stiff, slowing down the outflow of aqueous humor. This causes a buildup of aqueous humor in the anterior chamber, leading to a sudden increase in intraocular pressure. The treatment for open-angle glaucoma focuses on reducing the elevated intraocular pressure by either decreasing the secretion of aqueous humor or increasing its outflow.
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The Microscopic Transcanal Approach in Stapes Surgery Revisited
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[Minimally invasive angle surgery. The Trabectome].

J F Jordan1, M Neuburger, T Reinhard

  • 1Universitäts-Augenklinik Freiburg, Killianstraße 5, 79106, Freiburg. jens.jordan@uniklinik-freiburg.de

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift Der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft
|August 28, 2010
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Trabectome surgery offers a novel approach for open-angle glaucoma, effectively reducing intraocular pressure and medication dependence. This minimally invasive procedure preserves the conjunctiva, allowing for future glaucoma surgeries if needed.

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The Microscopic Transcanal Approach in Stapes Surgery Revisited
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Published on: February 16, 2022

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Glaucoma Management

Context:

  • Open-angle glaucoma treatment often involves medication and traditional surgeries.
  • Current surgical options may have limitations or affect future treatment possibilities.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Trabectome surgery for open-angle glaucoma.
  • To assess the potential for pressure reduction and decreased medication usage.

Summary:

  • Trabectome surgery involves electroablation of the juxtacanalicular meshwork via a clear cornea tunnel.
  • This procedure uncovers collector channels, reducing resistance to trabecular outflow.
  • Studies show a 30-35% pressure reduction and 50% decrease in eye drops, with no serious complications reported.

Impact:

  • Trabectome surgery provides a safe and effective alternative for managing open-angle glaucoma.
  • Preservation of the conjunctiva allows for subsequent trabeculectomy without compromising prognosis.
  • The procedure is indicated for patients with moderate optic nerve damage, aiming for a target pressure of approximately 16 mmHg.