FAQs / In your opinion which is better- tube shunt or trabeculectomy?

March 15, 2017

QUESTION:

Hi Dr. Richardson, in your opinion which is better- tube shunt or trabeculectomy? I am left with a decision and neither one looks better to me but from what I been told my only choice left do to my drainage system is no longer working. Trabectome failed and so did Laser and drops aren’t keeping me in a good number. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks from your time

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ANSWER:

There is no clear “winner” in the trabeculectomy vs. glaucoma drainage device face-off. Trabeculectomy seems to provide a slightly greater IOP benefit but at the cost of greater risk.

Warm regards,
David Richardson, MD
Patient-Focused Ophthalmologist

San Marino Eye
2020 Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
626.289.7856

Patient-Focused Websites:
New-Glaucoma-Treatments.com
About-Eyes.com

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