Minckler Don S

Hong John D, Colmenarez Jose A, Choi Elliot H, Suh Alex, Suh Andrew, Lam Matthew et al.

A simulation of shuttlecock impact revealed extreme, brief ocular pressure and stress, explaining damage like glaucoma and angle recession, underscoring protective eyewear's importance.

Minckler Don S, Brown Donald J, Nalbandian Angele, Suh Donny W

This study found significant axonal transport block in the optic nerve's lamina cribrosa in 94% of abusive head trauma cases, suggesting intraocular pressure assessment is crucial in these patients.

Lin Ken Y, Yang Michael C, Minckler Don S

Minckler Don S, Francis Brian A, Hodapp Elizabeth A, Jampel Henry D, Lin Shan C, Samples John R et al.

This review found aqueous shunts effectively control IOP in complex glaucoma, comparable to trabeculectomy, with corneal endothelial failure and erosion as key complications, making them a viable option for refractory cases.

Dueker David K, Singh Kuldev, Lin Shan C, Fechtner Robert D, Minckler Don S, Samples John R et al.

This study found central corneal thickness (CCT) is a strong risk factor for ocular hypertension progressing to glaucoma. CCT measurement is crucial for evaluating glaucoma risk, especially in ocular hypertension patients, due to its impact on IOP readings.

Francis Brian A, See Robert F, Rao Narsing A, Minckler Don S, Baerveldt George

A novel device (Trabectome) was developed to selectively remove trabecular meshwork and Schlemm's canal inner wall, showing less surrounding tissue damage than goniotomy, potentially improving glaucoma surgery outcomes.

Minckler Don S, Baerveldt George, Alfaro Marina Ramirez, Francis Brian A

This pilot study found the Trabectome safely and effectively lowered intraocular pressure and reduced medication use in open-angle glaucoma patients, offering a promising treatment option.

Francis Brian A, Wong Richard M, Minckler Don S

A slit-lamp needle procedure effectively resolved aqueous misdirection after trabeculectomy in two cases, normalizing pressure and anterior chamber depth, offering a simple intervention for this complex complication.