Trabeculectomy ab interno with the TrabectomeA (R) as a therapeutic option for uveitic secondary glaucoma

摘要

Treatment of secondary glaucoma in uveitis patients is challenging. Owing to the young age of these patients, sufficient lowering of the intraocular pressure (IOP) is essential to prevent progression of visual field loss. However, because of the chronic inflammatory stimulus, filtration surgery has an increased risk of failure, especially in patients who have previously undergone surgery. Therefore, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery is a valuable alternative.