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[Conjunctival covering (Harms) (author's transl)]
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|November 1, 1978
Summary
This study presents a conjunctival flap technique for managing bleb leakage after filtering surgery. The procedure successfully regulated intraocular pressure in most patients, restoring bleb function.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Techniques
Context:
- Management of post-filtering bleb leakage
- Glaucoma surgery complications
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a conjunctival flap technique for bleb leakage
- To assess intraocular pressure regulation and bleb morphology post-intervention
Summary:
- The Harms and Mackensen technique involves conjunctival flap creation for bleb leakage.
- Seven cases demonstrated successful application, with 6/7 achieving spontaneous intraocular pressure regulation.
- Four cases showed restored morphological functioning blebs post-operatively.
Impact:
- Provides a viable surgical solution for bleb leakage after filtering operations.
- Offers potential for improved long-term intraocular pressure control in glaucoma patients.
- Contributes to the understanding of bleb reconstruction techniques in ophthalmic surgery.