Glaucoma triple procedure of extracapsular cataract extraction, posterior chamber lens implantation, and trabeculectomy.
Thirty-four consecutive glaucoma triple procedures with a minimum follow up of six months have been shown to be effective and safe. Satisfactory control of the glaucoma was achieved in each case, and 91% of eyes were returned to an acuity of 6/12 or better. 1% sodium hyaluronate was found to be beneficial by preventing scleral or corneal collapse during surgery and ensuring an even filtration postoperatively without hypotony.
D000368:Aged; D002387:Cataract Extraction; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007429:Intraocular Pressure; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D014129:Trabecular Meshwork / Q000601:surgery*