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Efficacy and Safety of Trabeculectomy Versus Nonpenetrating Surgeries in Open-angle Glaucoma: A Meta-analysis.
Gabai Andrea, Cimarosti Rossella, Battistella Claudio, Isola Miriam, Lanzetta Paolo
J GlaucomaSep 201938 citationsMeta-Analysis
This meta-analysis found trabeculectomy lowers IOP more effectively than nonpenetrating surgeries for open-angle glaucoma, but carries a higher risk of complications. This guides surgical selection based on IOP target and risk tolerance.