Goniotomy ab interno "a glaucoma filtering surgery" using the Fugo Plasma Blade

Ann Ophthalmol (Skokie). 2006 Fall;38(3):213-7. doi: 10.1007/s12009-006-0007-0.

Abstract

Sixteen eyes with absolute glaucoma were treated and followed up for a minimum of six months. Goniotomy ab interno using the Fugo Blade was found to be a safe alternative to conventional trabeculectomy, which safely and effectively reduced intraocular pressure in more than 80% of cases.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Electrosurgery / adverse effects
  • Electrosurgery / instrumentation*
  • Equipment Design
  • Female
  • Filtering Surgery / adverse effects
  • Filtering Surgery / instrumentation*
  • Filtering Surgery / methods*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Glaucoma / physiopathology
  • Glaucoma / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Intraocular Pressure
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Period
  • Treatment Outcome