A prospective study of combined extracapsular cataract extraction, posterior chamber lens implantation, and trabeculectomy.
Thirty-six patients with significant cataracts and glaucoma had combined extracapsular cataract extraction, posterior chamber lens implantation, and trabeculectomy. Follow-up ranged from three months to four years. Significant visual improvement and reduction in intraocular pressure were noted. This procedure seems to be a viable alternative in patients suffering from combined advanced glaucoma and advanced cataracts.
D000368:Aged; D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000379:methods*; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013997:Time Factors; D014129:Trabecular Meshwork / Q000601:surgery*