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Suture manipulation post-trabeculectomy: A practical guide.

Authors :
Venkataraman P
Shroff A
Source :
Indian journal of ophthalmology [Indian J Ophthalmol] 2023 Jun; Vol. 71 (6), pp. 2631.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Background: Trabeculectomy is the gold standard filtration surgery for diverting aqueous from anterior chamber to the subconjunctival space. More than the surgery, postoperative follow-ups and management of the blebs play a critical role in the long-term success. This video is aimed at showing the real-world management of blebs postoperatively.<br />Purpose: This video will serve as a practical guide to the postoperative management of trabeculectomy blebs with specific focus on the suture manipulation.<br />Synopsis: This video will demonstrate various suturing techniques of trabeculectomy and their manipulation in the postoperative period. Complications related to each will be discussed.<br />Highlights: We demonstrate how to place and remove, releasable, and fixed sutures. We also address the practical points on why and when to remove the sutures. Suture-related complications and their management have been shown along with practical examples.<br />Video Link: https://youtu.be/2WFQJAPyOvY.<br />Competing Interests: None

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1998-3689
Volume :
71
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Indian journal of ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37322725
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/IJO.IJO_336_23