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Abstract #8555 Published in IGR 5-1

Cataract after glaucoma filtration surgery

Hylton C; Congdon N; Friedman D; Kempen J; Quigley H; Bass E; Jampel HD
American Journal of Ophthalmology 2003; 135: 231-232


PURPOSE: The authors reviewed the evidence regarding cataract incidence and progression after glaucoma surgery. DESIGN: Evidence-based review of available literature. METHODS: The authors performed a systematic review of relevant studies published in English. RESULTS: Reports of visually significant cataract after glaucoma surgery are supported by data from randomized clinical trials and large case series. CONCLUSIONS: Patients undergoing glaucoma surgery are at increased risk for the development and progression of cataract.

Dr. C. Hylton, Wilmer Eye Institute, School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA


Classification:

12.8.11 Complications, endophthalmitis (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment > 12.8 Filtering surgery)



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