New Technique for Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Dada Tanuj, Muralidhar Rajamani, Sethi Harinder S
Primary Institution: Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Hypothesis
Can a foldable hydrophobic IOL be inserted through the trabeculectomy fistula during microincision cataract surgery combined with trabeculectomy?
Conclusion
The technique of combining MICS with trabeculectomy and insertion of a foldable IOL through the trabeculectomy fistula is a feasible and valuable technique for cases which require combined cataract and glaucoma surgery.
Supporting Evidence
- All patients achieved a best corrected visual acuity of 20/20 at 4 weeks follow-up.
- The mean IOP was 13.2 + 2.4 mm Hg at 12 weeks without any antiglaucoma medication.
- No intraoperative complications were reported.
Takeaway
Doctors found a new way to do eye surgery for patients with cataracts and glaucoma that works well and is safe.
Methodology
Five patients underwent microincision cataract surgery combined with trabeculectomy, and a foldable IOL was inserted through the trabeculectomy fistula.
Limitations
The study involved a small sample size of only five patients.
Participant Demographics
All participants had primary open-angle glaucoma and visually significant cataracts.
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