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terminology and guidelines for glaucoma ii - Kwaliteitskoepel

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Argon laser trabeculoplasty is not indicated as it may increase synechial angle-closure.<br />

If IOP cannot be controlled, a filtering procedure is indicated. These eyes are more frequently prone to develop<br />

posterior aqueous misdirection <strong>and</strong> the necessary precautions must be taken when considering surgery.<br />

Early cataract removal may be considered <strong>and</strong> could relieve the problem<br />

4.4.3 - THE “OCCLUDABLE” ANGLE; ACR (ANGLE-CLOSURE RISK)<br />

If fellow eye of primary angle-closure, treatment is clearly indicated, starting with laser iridotomy. All other cases<br />

must be assessed individually. In general, the risks of laser treatment are to be balanced againts the perceived risk of<br />

angle-closure.<br />

Ch. 4 - 11 EGS

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