Trabeculectomy. Its role in the management of glaucoma

This report describes the changes in intraocular pressure, visual fields, and visual acuity after 108 trabeculectomy operations for various types of glaucoma. Postoperative follow up ranged from 1 1/2 to 3 years and the consequences of any complications were assessed. Trabeculectomy was found to be a relatively safe and effective procedure and may be recommended at an early stage in glaucoma management rather than as a last resort.