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Abstract #47710 Published in IGR 13-4
Delayed sterile endophthalmitis after glaucoma drainage implantation
Kim JH; Chen TCSeminars in Ophthalmology 2011; 26: 290-294
Glaucoma drainage devices are being used with increasing frequency for patients. Sterile endophthalmitis after implantation has been reported. Unlike traditional trabeculectomy surgery, the persistence of an implant may be contributory. As glaucoma specialists consider emerging technologies in implantable glaucoma drainage devices, it is important to understand that sterile endophthalmitis may be associated with these devices. (copyright) 2011 Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
J.H. Kim. Glaucoma Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114, United States. Email: Julie_Kim@meei.harvard.edu
Classification:
12.8.11 Complications, endophthalmitis (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment > 12.8 Filtering surgery)
