Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Brandon Traudt
Tanzania
Research Article
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty after Failed Trabeculectomy in Open Angle Glaucoma
Author(s): Brian A. Francis, Vikas Chopra, Brandon Traudt, Julie Enright, Dieter Hertzog, Laurie Dustin and Bryan K. HongBrian A. Francis, Vikas Chopra, Brandon Traudt, Julie Enright, Dieter Hertzog, Laurie Dustin and Bryan K. Hong
Objective: To determine the efficacy of selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) for uncontrolled open angle glaucoma (OAG) on maximal tolerated medical therapy and with a history of previously failed trabeculectomy.
Methods: This was a prospective, non-randomized, interventional case series. Participants included 22 eyes of 20 consecutive glaucoma patients with a previously failed trabeculectomy and medically uncontrolled intraocular pressure, unable or unwilling to undergo further incisional surgery. A single SLT treatment was performed over 270° to 360°, and participants were followed for a minimum of 12 months. Success was defined in two separate analyses as 1) absolute IOP reduction ≥ 3 mm Hg and 2) percentage IOP reduction of 20% or 15% without additional laser or surgical intervention.
Results: The mean IO.. View More»