1st ed. 2019 Edition
by Monica Gandhi (Editor), Shibal Bhartiya (Editor)
This book offers a comprehensive guide to the use of glaucoma
drainage devices (GDDs) in various clinical settings, and covers aspects
ranging from the basics to managing complications. The aim of this work
is to provide readers with a practical go-to desktop book to assist in
and enhance their surgical competence with glaucoma drainage devices.
Starting
with the history of GDDs, it addresses various devices, their models
and modifications, and highlights their advantages and disadvantages
through numerous illustrations. The indications for the drainage devices
are discussed in detail, using patient cases with photographs. The book
describes the techniques for all devices in detail, which are explained
further in accompanyin videos.
After covering the basic
techniques, the book provides extensive notes on modifications that may
be required in various case presentations such as congenital glaucoma,
post-penetrating keratoplasty with extensive peripheral synechiae, and
procedure through pars plans etc. Complications and their management are
subsequently addressed.
The book is an essential guide to help
surgeons match patients to the most suitable device, and to support
patients from preparation through post-operative care. Primarily
intended for glaucoma surgeons, it offers a valuable resource for
fellows in training, and all who have an interest in glaucoma surgery.
