Part 1 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...
NPGS is believed to be the most promising of all new glaucoma treatment surgery because its IOP lowering effect appears to be on par with traditional filtering surgeries while having the added benefit of fewer risks (Canaloplasty vs Trabeculectomy)....
Citation: Dahan E, Drusedau M. Nonpenetrating filtration surgery for glaucoma: control by surgery only. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. 2000;26(5):695-701. ABSTRACT Purpose: To report on intraocular pressure (IOP) control by nonpenetrating filtration...
Possibly. There is growing evidence that Schelmm’s canal (the eye’s natural drainage duct) decreases in size with long-term use of glaucoma medications. If there is significant stenosis (scarring down) of the canal, then it may not be possible to thread the catheter...
