N. Troy Gurney, MD, and Richard K. Lee, MD, PhD, recap their article, “Pearls for Effective Laser Cyclophotocoagulation of the Glaucomatous Eye,” which was featured in a recent issue of Glaucoma Today. They make the case that transscleral cyclophotocoagulation should be considered earlier in the glaucoma treatment algorithm and review the proper technique and indications to maximize effectiveness and minimize complications: https://bit.ly/4jCVrZH
In this video, Dr. Richman demonstrates a sideways sweeping motion to break scarring in the angle. He also addresses synechiae at the pupil and opens Schlemm canal. https://bit.ly/3CogRc5
In this video, Eric Rosenberg, DO, MScEng, showcases how technology can augment surgical procedures such as MIGS in real-world applications. He demonstrates how visualization with Ngenuity (Alcon) provides a clear view of the angle structures during iStent Infinite (Glaukos) implantation. Continue watching here: https://bit.ly/4gViPjc
On this episode of Survey Says, a special edition of GT: The Podcast, I. Paul Singh, MD, is joined by guests Lorraine M. Provencher, MD, and Brian Shafer, MD, to review a real case from his practice.
They discuss details of the case, including patient risk factors and possible treatment goals, and weigh their options for managing the case in the most effective manner while still leaving options on the table for future treatment.
Later, the panelists find out how their colleagues would manage the case, based on results of a social media poll of GT’s audience. Listen in here: https://bit.ly/3P9854n
What is the impact of benzalkonium chloride on the long-term health of the eye? According to Jason Bacharach, MD, there are implications beyond just the impact on the ocular surface: https://bit.ly/3BAXn3E
I. Paul Singh, MD, shares this teaching video to help other surgeons understand how to address the nasal trabecular meshwork using the OMNI Surgical System (Sight Sciences).
Financial Disclosure: Consultant (Sight Sciences): https://bit.ly/49JTvtR
Austin Bohner, MD, and Craig Chaya, MD, present their preferred surgical bleb revision technique they call "excise and mobilize." The technique involves removing necrotic tissue and advancing healthy conjunctiva.
They say this approach preserves the flap filtration architecture and it is imperative to use a sharp instrument to facilitate the dissection plane. If inadequate conjunctiva remains for closure, shunt removal and patch grafting may be necessary. Continue watching here: https://bit.ly/3D9wF2d
This episode features two articles recently published in Glaucoma Today. First, Shannan Moore, BS, recaps her article—“Is There a Link Between Chronic Stress, Autonomic Dysregulation, and Glaucomatous Progression?”—which was written with Garrick Chak, MD, and makes the case that it may be worthwhile to incorporate questions about chronic emotional stressors into patient encounters.
Then, Mona Kaleem, MD, recaps her article—“Advances in Eye Drop Aids”—which was written with Delcora Huggins, BS, and reviews four available solutions to help overcome the challenges associated with eye drop administration. Listen on here: https://bit.ly/3OAddyb
Dr. Manjool Shah discusses a complicated case in which a patient implanted with a Xen Gel Stent experienced an IOP spike after 6 months. Dr. Shah describes his approach to the revision of the Xen and implantation of an Ahmed Glaucoma Valve. Watch: https://bit.ly/3CCinqB
In this episode, Dr. Nishani Amerasinghe reviews 5-year data behind Hydrus Microstent implantation, sharing insights into insertion techniques to help shorten the learning curve and improve visualization during the procedure. Watch here: https://bit.ly/495JW7Z
To set clear expectations for patients, surgeons rely on clinical trial data to support treatment decisions. In this article, Dr. Inder Paul Singh reviews the data behind the iDose TR and explains how it can help reduce a patient’s drop burden. Read here: https://bit.ly/4hTUCL9
Jason Xiao, BS, recaps “Improving the Affordability of Glaucoma Medications,” which was featured in the May/June issue of Glaucoma Today. The article explores strategies to address the financial barriers to glaucoma medication adherence and reviews an initiative by the University of Chicago Medicine to help reduce patients’ out-of-pocket pharmacy costs: https://bit.ly/3UCeGaz
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