Clinical experience with the single-plate Molteno drainage implant.
The results of our first 18 Molteno implants placed for treatment of intractable glaucoma are presented. The mean follow-up was 10 months. Indications, surgical technique, postoperative course and complications are discussed.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002648:Child; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007429:Intraocular Pressure; D008875:Middle Aged; D011126:Polypropylenes; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D014792:Visual Acuity
D011126:Polypropylenes