Complications from other procedures: If previous treatments for glaucoma have resulted in complications, such as scarring, trabeculectomy may be recommended. Trabeculectomy may be performed to create a new drainage channel. Narrow angles: In some cases, the angle between the cornea and iris is too narrow to allow for proper fluid drainage. ![]() Advanced glaucoma: If the optic nerve is significantly damaged, trabeculectomy may be performed to prevent further vision loss. Uncontrolled intraocular pressure: If intraocular pressure remains high despite medication or other treatments, trabeculectomy may be recommended. Here are some reasons why Trabeculectomy Surgery is performed: The goal of the procedure is to lower intraocular pressure by creating a new drainage channel for the aqueous humor to exit the eye. Trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure commonly used to treat various types of glaucoma, particularly in cases where medications or other treatments have not been effective. Trabeculectomy Surgery/ filtration surgery for Glaucoma:. For full safety information, please visit: #Glaucoma #Canaloplasty #Viscodilation #iTrackAdvance #ASCRS2023 #ASCRS The iTrack™ Advance is indicated for catheterization and viscodilation of Schlemm’s canal to reduce intraocular pressure in adult patients with open angle glaucoma. The iTrack™ Advance is indicated for fluid infusion or aspiration during surgery. The iTrack™ Advance has a CE Mark (Conformité Européenne) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) #K221872 for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma. Note: The iTrack™ Advance Speaker Forum is not affiliated with the official program of the ASCRS 2023. ![]() You will also hear their surgical pearls and clinical tips for the new iTrack™ Advance canaloplasty device. ![]() a stent-free, tissue-sparing MIGS procedure which allows allows you to work with patient physiology, not against it. Khaimi, MD, Ike Ahmed and Analisa Arosemena, MD, will discuss the utility of canaloplasty in the glaucoma treatment paradigm. Join an amazing faculty at exhibit #619 at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), 5-8 May, to take part in the iTrack™ Advance Speaker Forum.
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