Masdipa Andi

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In Vitro Analysis of Pressure Resistance in the Paul Glaucoma Implant and Ahmed ClearPath 250 With and Without Polypropylene Thread Inside the Tube.

Masdipa Andi, Kaidzu Sachiko, Tanito Masaki

Transl Vis Sci TechnolJan 20252 citationsBasic Science

This study found inserting polypropylene threads into glaucoma drainage devices significantly increases pressure resistance. A 6-0 thread in PGI may prevent hypotony, while ACP might need a 3-0 thread for adequate resistance.

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Flow Pressure Characteristics of the Ahmed Glaucoma Valve and Possible Effect of Entrapped Air in the Tube.

Masdipa Andi, Kaidzu Sachiko, Tanito Masaki

Transl Vis Sci TechnolApr 20234 citationsBasic Science

Studying Ahmed Glaucoma Valves, researchers found air trapped in the tube significantly doubles the pressure needed to reopen the valve. Surgeons should avoid air in the tube for stable post-op eye pressure.

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Masdipa Andi

In Vitro Analysis of Pressure Resistance in the Paul Glaucoma Implant and Ahmed ClearPath 250 With and Without Polypropylene Thread Inside the Tube.

Flow Pressure Characteristics of the Ahmed Glaucoma Valve and Possible Effect of Entrapped Air in the Tube.