J Glaucoma
J GlaucomaJune 2023Case Reports

Malignant Glaucoma Post Gonioscopy-Assisted Transluminal Trabeculectomy.

Glaucoma SurgeryIOP & Medical Therapy

Summary

This is a rare sight-threatening complication following gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy .

Abstract

A 69-year-old male patient with Pseudoexfoliation and open angle glaucoma presented with malignant glaucoma 1 week after undergoing gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy (GATT). This is a rare sight-threatening complication following gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy . A high index of suspicion, early detection, and prompt institution of medical therapy and YAG hyaloidotomy, helped in the resolution of the condition with good intraocular pressure control and visual improvement.

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