Tag Joel S Schuman

Cyclodestructive Procedures in Glaucoma

Definition Surgical and laser procedures that ablate the ciliary body to lower intraocular pressure for treatment of glaucoma. Key Features Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation. Transscleral micropulse diode laser. Endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation. Associated Features Neovascular glaucoma. End-stage glaucoma. Combined cataract surgery and endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation.…

Complications of Cyclodestructive Procedures

Summary ▪ Cycloablation is an effective technique for controlling intraocular pressure in various forms of glaucoma. ▪ Transscleral diode laser cycloablation may lead to serious side effects that must be recognized by the treating physician. ▪ Transscleral cycloablation may be…