Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Ngamkae Ruangvaravate
Thailand
Research Article
Immediate Anterior Chamber Paracentesis with a 30-Gauge Needle for Acute Primary Angle Closure
Author(s): Naris Kitnarong, Sumalee Boonyaleepun, Darin Sakiyalak, Ngamkae Ruangvaravate and Ankana MetheetrairutNaris Kitnarong, Sumalee Boonyaleepun, Darin Sakiyalak, Ngamkae Ruangvaravate and Ankana Metheetrairut
Background: Primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG) is more common among Asians than among Caucasians. Acute primary angle closure (APAC) is a serious associated complication in PACG patients. When conventional treatment fails, Anterior Chamber Paracentesis (ACP) can be performed to decrease IOP. Although slit knives are commonly used for performing ACP, other techniques can also be used to perform this procedure. Objective: To investigate the efficacy and safety of immediate anterior chamber paracentesis using a 30-gauge needle combined with conventional topical and systemic medications for the treatment of APAC. Materials and methods: This prospective study was conducted in 15 consecutive primary angle-closure glaucoma patients that presented with and who were treated for acute primary angle closure (APAC) at the Departmen.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9570.1000657