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Ultrasound Cyclo Plasty in Eyes with Glaucoma
Published on: January 26, 2018
[Possibilities and limitations of glaucoma surgery]
L Reznicek1, Y Boghos2, I M Lanzl3,2
1Augenklinik der Technischen Universität München, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland. Lukas.Reznicek@med.mri.tum.de.
Background:
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide and in many cases cannot be adequately controlled with conservative treatment.
Materials And Methods:
Schematic evaluation of various surgical techniques.
Results:
Trabeculectomy is the gold standard of glaucoma surgery and requires close follow-up care. Novel, minimally invasive procedures are suitable for patients with moderately advanced, uncomplicated stages of the disease, whereas filtrating tube implants or cyclodestructive techniques are required in patients with complex glaucoma.
Conclusion:
Various surgical techniques are available and have their specific indication window for the glaucoma surgeon, depending on the severity, progression, and risk factors of the disease.
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