Long tube implants in the management of glaucoma

S Afr Med J. 1976 Jun 26;50(27):1062-6.

Abstract

The design, surgical insertion and results of a plastic draining implant for severe glaucoma are reported. The need for pharmacological control of bleb inflammation is stressed and the favourable long-term outlook for patients with such implants is discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Carcinoma, Bronchogenic / complications
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Drainage* / adverse effects
  • Drainage* / methods
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Glaucoma / complications
  • Glaucoma / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / complications
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Care
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Sclera