Title of article :
Ahmed glaucoma valve in children: A review
Author/Authors :
Nassiri, Nariman University of California, Los Angeles - Jules Stein Eye Institute, David Geffen School of Medicine - Glaucoma Division, USA , Nouri-Mahdavi, Kouros University of California, Los Angeles - Jules Stein Eye Institute, David Geffen School of Medicine - Glaucoma Division, USA , Coleman, Anne L. University of California, Los Angeles - Jules Stein Eye Institute, David Geffen School of Medicine - Glaucoma Division, USA
Abstract :
Pediatric glaucoma is potentially a blinding disease. Although goniotomy and trabeculotomy are associated with good early success rates, eventually 20% of these procedures fail and many children will require additional surgery to control the IOP in the long-term. In this review, we reported that adequate IOP control can be achieved with the placement of Ahmed glaucoma valve and can last 5 or more years. However, most patients will need one or more glaucoma medications at some point after surgery. In addition, the implants may be associated with pupillary irregularities, lenticular opacification as well as tube-related complications, particularly in the first year of life, as the globe is enlarging with age.
Keywords :
Ahmed glaucoma valve , Children , Glaucoma , Management
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology
