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Ahmed glaucoma valve surgery for necrotizing scleritis with secondary glaucoma.

Authors :
Ranjan A
Rao A
Source :
International ophthalmology [Int Ophthalmol] 2014 Apr; Vol. 34 (2), pp. 327-9. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 May 01.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

To report the challenges in management in a case of scleritis with extensive staphylomas with secondary glaucoma. A 35-year-old one eyed female, a known case of scleromalacia perforans, presented with raised intraocular pressure on maximum medical treatment. She underwent successful Ahmed glaucoma valve surgery with exposure of the implant following a repeat episode of necrotizing scleritis after 3 months. Management of eyes with scleritis and secondary glaucoma can be challenging with unexpected complications and postoperative course.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1573-2630
Volume :
34
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
International ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
23636673
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-013-9782-y