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Abstract #86509 Published in IGR 21-2
XEN Gel Stent Open Conjunctiva Technique: A Practical Approach Paper
Panarelli JF; Yan DB; Francis B; Craven ERAdvances in Therapy 2020; 37: 2538-2549
The Xen Gel Stent lowers intraocular pressure by shunting aqueous humor to the subconjunctival space. While published studies include both open conjunctiva and closed conjunctiva approaches, most publications feature a closed conjunctiva, ab interno approach. While this approach is widely used, other approaches may be preferred for some patients. This paper provides details on surgical steps and tips for enhancing outcomes for an open conjunctiva technique for the implantation of the Xen Gel Stent, as well as reasoning as to when this approach should be used.
NYU Langone Health Center, New York, NY, USA. joepanarelli@gmail.com.
Full articleClassification:
12.8.2 With tube implant or other drainage devices (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment > 12.8 Filtering surgery)
2.1 Conjunctiva (Part of: 2 Anatomical structures in glaucoma)
