Dr. RASHMI KRISHNAMURTHY

, Dr.Sirisha Senthil

Abstract

Glaucoma Drainage Devices (GDDs) play a significant role in the treatment of refractory glaucomas in both children and adults.

Various steps during implant surgery including conjunctival incision and closure, implant fixation and tube insertion may be challenging for the beginners. With experience, we have learnt few modifications during surgery which makes it easier to learn and perform implant surgery for beginners even in most complex situations.

In this video we would be describing surgical modifications that we have learnt with time and experience during each step of implant surgery.