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Molteno implant surgery for advanced glaucoma

R Thomas¹, S C Gieser, F Billson

¹Department of Ophthalmology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu.

Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology

|February 1, 1995

Summary

Molteno implants are a last resort for glaucoma filtration surgery. While improved surgical techniques reduce complications, their success may be enhanced by antimitotics, warranting further investigation.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Glaucoma Surgery

Background:

Conventional filtering surgery with adjunctive antimitotics may reduce the need for Molteno implants in advanced glaucoma.
Molteno implants are a surgical option for glaucoma with a poor prognosis.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current status, results, and complications of Molteno implants in glaucoma management.
To evaluate the role of antimitotics in conjunction with Molteno implants.

Main Methods:

Literature review.
Analysis of practical experience from two university ophthalmology departments.

Main Results:

Improvements in Molteno implant design and surgical techniques have reduced overfiltration.
Complications associated with Molteno implants persist, although their incidence may be decreasing.
Antimitotics may potentially increase the success rates of Molteno implants.

Conclusions:

Molteno implants remain a viable option for refractory glaucoma when conventional filtration fails.
They are considered a last resort for glaucoma filtration surgery.
The efficacy of antimitotics in improving Molteno implant success requires further research.