Which one of the procedure involves using glaucoma drainage device
Correct Answer: Seton operation
Description: Glaucoma Drainage Devices :- * Plastic devices which allow aqeous outflow by creating an alternative communication between the anterior chamber & the Sub Tenon's space. * SETON OPERATION: surgery using glaucoma valve * Implants:- Molteno implants , Krupin Denver and Ahmed valve Indications: - * Neovacular glaucoma * Glaucoma with aniridia * Intractable glaucomas where trabeculectomy with anti- metabolite therapy fails. Ref:- A K Khurana Comprehensive Ophthalmology 7th edition; pg num:- 263
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