The management of complicated glaucoma

Indian J Ophthalmol. 2011 Jan;59 Suppl(Suppl1):S141-7. doi: 10.4103/0301-4738.73686.

Abstract

Complicated glaucomas present considerable diagnostic and management challenges. Response to treatment can be unpredictable or reduced compared with other glaucomas. However, target intraocular pressure and preservation of vision may be achieved with selected medical, laser and surgical treatment. The evidence for such treatment is expanding and consequently affords clinicians a better understanding of established and novel techniques. Herein we review the mechanisms involved in the development of complicated glaucoma and the current evidence supporting its management.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antihypertensive Agents / therapeutic use
  • Eye Injuries / complications
  • Glaucoma / etiology
  • Glaucoma / physiopathology
  • Glaucoma / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Keratoplasty, Penetrating / adverse effects
  • Laser Therapy
  • Ocular Hypertension / drug therapy
  • Ocular Hypertension / etiology
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures / adverse effects*
  • Postoperative Complications / therapy*
  • Retinal Detachment / therapy
  • Retinal Neovascularization / complications
  • Silicone Oils / adverse effects
  • Steroids / adverse effects
  • Trabeculectomy
  • Uveitis / complications

Substances

  • Antihypertensive Agents
  • Silicone Oils
  • Steroids