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Outcomes of transition clinic in childhood glaucoma
Hussain Aluzri1, Jay Richardson1, Joseph Abbott2
1Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospital, NHS Trust, United Kingdom.
Insights
Pediatric glaucoma management requires smooth healthcare transitions. High intraocular pressure at transition is a key predictor for needing more glaucoma surgery post-transition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Healthcare
- Glaucoma Management
Background:
- Pediatric glaucoma necessitates a structured transition from pediatric to adult care.
- Effective transition protocols are crucial for long-term patient outcomes.
- The Birmingham Children Hospital transition clinic aimed to facilitate this process.
Abstract:
Pediatric glaucoma is a sight-threatening condition that requires a seamless transition from pediatric to adult healthcare. We retrospectively evaluated outcomes at the Birmingham Children Hospital transition clinic, including patient attrition and risk factors for post-transition surgeries. Our study cohort included 46 eyes of 28 patients (19 males) who attended the clinic from 2017 to 2023 and received follow-up care at Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre. Our analysis revealed that intraocular pressure at transition clinic is a significant (P = 0.044) predictor of the need for additional glaucoma surgery after transition. Patient retention was 92%, with only 2 patients lost to follow-up.
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