Glaucoma Treatment Options
There is a wide range of glaucoma treatment options available, from traditional glaucoma medications and surgeries, to the more sophisticated minimally invasive glaurcoma surgeries (MIGS i.e. canaloplasty and stents). Some glaucoma patients also use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to supplement prescribed glaucoma treatment. We discuss all of them here:
GLAUCOMA SURGERIES
When medications are not effective enough, surgery may be the next best option. There are a number of different types of glaucoma surgeries and techniques, which can be split into (roughly) three using this categorical criteria:
PENETRATING GLAUCOMA SURGERIES
Glaucoma Drainage Devices
Glaucoma Drainage Devices. Part 4 of 12 of "What's New In Glaucoma Surgery" Presentation, a continuing education course for Optometrists presented by Patient-Focused Ophthalmologist, Dr. David Richardson on May 20, 2015. Glaucoma Drainage Devices So, glaucoma drainage...
Non-Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries
FDA-Approved Laser Treatments for Glaucoma – Laser Trabeculoplasty
Part 5 of 14 of “Adjusting the Faucet or Opening the Drain – Currently Available Methods to Treat the Plumbing Problem of Open Angle Glaucoma" | A San Gabriel Valley Optometric Society (SGVOS) Continuing Education Dinner Event - 2 hours CE | Featured Speaker: Dr....
LOWER RISKS INCISIONAL GLAUCOMA SURGERIES
FDA-Approved Incisional Treatments for Glaucoma – Trabeculotomy
Part 10 of 14 of “Adjusting the Faucet or Opening the Drain – Currently Available Methods to Treat the Plumbing Problem of Open Angle Glaucoma" | A San Gabriel Valley Optometric Society (SGVOS) Continuing Education Dinner Event - 2 hours CE | Featured Speaker: Dr....
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries (MIGS)
Ab Interno Canaloplasty (ABiC™) In The Spotlight
Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed, MD, FRCSC, asks a group of experts featuring Mark J. Gallardo, MD; Nathan M. Radcliffe, MD; Mahmoud A. Khaimi, MD; David Richardson, MD; and I. Paul Singh, MD, to address the misconceptions and barriers to adoption for ab interno canaloplasty (ABiC). The group explains how ABiC iTrack (Ellex) compares to other minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) procedures.
GLAUCOMA MEDICATIONS
Current glaucoma treatment guidelines follow a step-up approach, with eye medications as the initial treatment of choice. Eye medications work by decreasing the production of the aqueous fluid in the eye (Beta Blockers, Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors, Alpha-agonists), facilitating aqueous fluid drainage out of the eye (Cholinergic-Miotic and Prostaglandin Analogs) or combination of both functions. Read more ->
Medical Therapy for Glaucoma: Pilocarpine
A Patient’s Guide to Glaucoma Medications Pilocarpine Medication for Glaucoma How it works: Pilocarpine is a miotic agent which means it constricts the pupil. As the pupil constricts it pulls on the trabecular meshwork, stretching it open. This results in increased...
COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE GLAUCOMA TREATMENTS
Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) or Alternative and Complementary Therapy (ACT) are the terms used to cover medical practices and products that are not part of the usual standard of care provided by medical doctors and allied health professionals. These include vitamins, herbal remedies, acupuncture, reflexology, homeopathy, ayurvedic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, and meditation, among others. Read more ->
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- With Proven Benefits
- With Some Evidence Of Benefit
- Without Proven Benefit
- Should Be Avoided In Patients With Glaucoma
Blood Pressure and Glaucoma | Driving with Dr. David Richardson Ep 02
Hello, I'm Dr. David Richardson. I'm an Ophthalmologist in Southern California and my practice is primarily glaucoma and cataract treatment. So my first video began discussing holistic approach to glaucoma treatment taking into account things other than just IOP...
NEW GLAUCOMA TREATMENTS IN THE PIPELINE
Next-Generation Glaucoma Surgeries: Canaloplasty with Stegmann Canal Expander
Part 14 of 14 of “Adjusting the Faucet or Opening the Drain – Currently Available Methods to Treat the Plumbing Problem of Open Angle Glaucoma" | A San Gabriel Valley Optometric Society (SGVOS) Continuing Education Dinner Event - 2 hours CE | Featured Speaker: Dr....
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