Tube erosions following glaucoma drainage device implantations

Abstract Glaucoma drainage devices (GDD) are an important treatment option for advanced and complex glaucoma patients. To prevent tube erosion, different materials may be used to patch the tube. The aim of this study was to compare tube erosion rates of allogenous fascia lata versus corneal stromal...

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Published in:Scientific Reports
Main Authors: Julia Prinz, Karl Mercieca, Laura-Jill Förster, Kira Hilmers, Peter Walter, Matthias Fuest, Björn Bachmann, Claus Cursiefen, Verena Prokosch
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Subjects:
Glaucoma
Refractory glaucoma
Intraocular pressure
Glaucoma drainage devices
Fascia lata
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-08282-x

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https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-08282-x

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