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Abstract #61602 Published in IGR 17-1

Use of Gamma-Irradiated Cornea to Plug Sclerostomy Site During Tube Shunt Revision

Shah SB; Pro MJ; Moster MR
Seminars in Ophthalmology 2015; 0: 1-3


Tube shunt implantation is a common procedure for control of intraocular pressure (IOP). However, tube revision and repositioning must sometimes be performed, and this involves removing the tube from its sclerostomy site. This site is prone to leaking and this may cause postoperative hypotony. We describe a novel and cosmetically acceptable technique of plugging and covering the sclerostomy site with gamma-irradiated corneal tissue.

Northern Virginia Ophthalmology Associates , Falls Church, VA , USA and.

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Classification:

12.8.2 With tube implant or other drainage devices (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment > 12.8 Filtering surgery)



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