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Abstract #18417 Published in IGR 3-3
Efficacy of argon laser trabeculoplasty in primary open-angle and pseudoexfoliative glaucoma: long-term follow-up
Atmaca LS; Simsek TAnnals of ophthalmology (Skokie, Ill.) 2001; 33: 216-220
A retrospective study was performed to evaluate the long-term efficacy of argon laser trabeculoplasty in 131 patients (148 eyes) with primary open-angle or pseudoexfoliative glaucoma. Success was defined as an intraocular pressure of 22 mmHg or less, no further glaucoma surgery, and the use of comparable or lower-dose topical antiglaucoma treatment. Efficacy of laser trabeculoplasty decreased with time (follow-up, six to 120 months). Good results persisted for about 2.5 years in 50% of cases.
Dr L.S. Atmaca, G.M.K. Bulvari 23/1, 06440 Ankara, Turkey
Classification:
9.4.4.1 Exfoliation syndrome (Part of: 9 Clinical forms of glaucomas > 9.4 Glaucomas associated with other ocular and systemic disorders > 9.4.4 Glaucomas associated with disorders of the lens)
