Title: The application of anterior lens capsule in combined surgery of glaucoma and cataract
Abstract: Objective To explore the effect of anterior lens capsule implantation in combined surgery of glaucoma and cataract. Methods Phacoemulsification, posterior chamber foldable intraocular lens implantation, trabeculectomy and anterior lens capsule implantation were performed on 47 cases (56 eyes) of glaucoma and cataract. All patients were followed up 1 to 3 years. The preoperative and postoperative visual acuity (VA), intraocular pressure (IOP) and filtering bleb were observed. Results The mean IOP was decreased significantly after surgery (P <0.05). The postoperative VA was significantly better than preoperative (P<0.05). Type Ⅰfiltering bleb was found in 21 eyes (37.5%), Type Ⅱ filtering bleb was found in 35 eyes (62.5%). There were no serious complications. Conclusions Anterior lens capsule used in combined surgery of glaucoma and cataract can effectively prevent filtering bleb scarring, decrease IOP and improve VA. It is a relatively safe and effective and economical treatment.
Key words:
Phacoemulsification; Trabeculectomy; Anterior lens capsule implantation; Glaucoma; Cataract
Publication Year: 2010
Publication Date: 2010-08-10
Language: en
Type: article
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