J Glaucoma
J GlaucomaJanuary 2024Case Reports

A Case of Uveitis-Glaucoma-Hyphema Syndrome Related to a Hydrus Microstent.

Glaucoma SurgeryIOP & Medical Therapy

Summary

We present a rare case of UGH syndrome related to the insertion of a Hydrus Microstent.

Abstract

Uveitis-Glaucoma-Hyphema (UGH) syndrome is characterized by episodes of anterior chamber inflammation, elevated intraocular pressure and hyphema. It is caused by a mechanical chafing of the iris or ciliary body typically by a malpositioned intraocular lens. We present a rare case of UGH syndrome related to the insertion of a Hydrus Microstent. Because of the increased number of microinvasive glaucoma surgeries being performed and a reduction of UGH syndrome patients related to the insertion of intraocular lenses, it is an important diagnosis to consider in patients with recurrent postoperative inflammation.

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