[Etiopathogenesis and treatment of glaucoma in Sturge-Weber syndrome].
The theories that attempt to explain etiopathogenesis of glaucoma in Sturge-Weber syndrome are presented. The assumptions for treatment of this kind of glaucoma have been explained on the grounds of literature and 2 observed cases (one with bilateral location). The best results are obtained with pharmacological treatment. Surgical procedures may result in many intraoperative and postoperative complications.
Kliniki Okulistycznej AM, Poznaniu.
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D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D013341:Sturge-Weber Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis