Leyla Ali Aljasim
King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, Riyadh
Title: The effect of Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation combined with Phacoemulsification in PXFG compared to POAG
Biography
Biography: Leyla Ali Aljasim
Abstract
Statement of the Problem: ECP is simple, relatively safe procedure that can be combined with phaco with good results in OAG but there are no much of publication regarding the result of ECP in PXFG, some cases of PXFG included in study groups of ECP treatment with inconsistent results. In PXFG it is difficult to achieve coagulation of ciliary processes with ECP; processes are small and covered by exfoliation, causing poor response.
Method: Retrospective Cohort study; review PXFG & POAG underwent phaco+ECP for significant cataract with controlled or uncontrolled glaucoma, with≥6month follow up Eyes were virgin & laser naïve.
Conclusion: ECP has favorable effect in PXFG compared to POAG.