Neovascular glaucoma. Current management |
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Authors: | P A Weber |
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Institution: | Glaucoma Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Ohio State University School of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio, USA |
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Abstract: | Neovascular glaucoma is one the most difficult forms of glaucoma to treat successfully. Recent advances modifying filtration surgery can result in up to 77% success. Utilization of anterior and posterior segment photocoagulation can maintain an open angle in up to 80% of eyes when they are treated prior to angle closure by peripheral anterior synechiae. Destruction of the ciliary body can be performed more selectively utilizing argon and ruby lasers. This paper presents a rational approach to the management of neovascular glaucoma incorporating these recent advances. |
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Keywords: | ciliary body destruction filtering surgery neovascular glaucoma photocoagulation retrobulbar alcohol |
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