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  • Genetics
  • Developmental Biology

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  • Primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) is the leading cause of nonsyndromic glaucoma in infants, potentially causing blindness.
  • PCG is linked to CYP1B1 gene mutations and is more prevalent in populations with consanguinity.
  • Pathophysiology involves arrested development of neural crest-derived tissues in the third trimester, leading to abnormal anterior chamber angle formation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of Primary Congenital Glaucoma (PCG).
  • To highlight recent surgical advancements in PCG treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of PCG etiology, clinical findings, and treatment outcomes.
  • Focus on surgical interventions, including traditional and novel angle surgeries.

Main Results:

  • Classic PCG symptoms include tearing, photophobia, and blepharospasm.
  • Diagnostic signs include elevated intraocular pressure, corneal edema, and enlarged axial length.
  • Circumferential trabeculotomy offers a single-stage approach to incise the entire angle, potentially improving outcomes over incremental methods.

Conclusions:

  • Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are vital for managing PCG and preventing vision loss.
  • Angle surgery, particularly circumferential trabeculotomy, is the primary treatment, with trabeculectomy or glaucoma drainage devices as secondary options.
  • Understanding the genetic and developmental basis of PCG aids in refining treatment strategies.