Tanito Masaki

Yoshida Yuto, Fujino Yuri, Michihata Nobuaki, Akagi Ayumu, Koizumi Noriko, Okumura Naoki et al.

This study found moderate ambient humidity over 1-2 weeks reduced IOP, while very high humidity increased IOP, specifically in glaucoma patients, suggesting humidity influences IOP.

Shoji Takuhei, Nishida Takashi, Tanito Masaki

This study compared two Tanito microhook trabeculotomy versions combined with cataract surgery, finding both offered similar 2-year success and safety, supporting either's use in glaucoma care.

Okumura Naoki, Tanito Masaki

Yoshida Yuto, Fujino Yuri, Michihata Nobuaki, Akagi Ayumu, Koizumi Noriko, Okumura Naoki et al.

Cooler temperatures (2.2-12.2°C) increased IOP in non-glaucoma patients, while warmer exposure decreased it; glaucoma patients showed no such nonlinear effect. This highlights environmental temperature's influence on IOP, especially in non-glaucoma individuals.

Akagi Ayumu, Narimoto Kaito, Ueda Kanta, Koizumi Noriko, Okumura Naoki, Tanito Masaki

EXG patients showed higher systolic and lower diastolic BP than POAG, especially under 60, suggesting distinct vascular pathology and the need for age-stratified BP management in glaucoma.

Noda Yusuke, Asaoka Ryo, Hirasawa Kazunori, Murata Hiroshi, Tanito Masaki, Shoji Nobuyuki

Studying glaucoma progression, this research found including prior SITA Fast visual fields significantly improves the accuracy of trend analysis when using SITA Standard, offering a practical clinical benefit.

Yoshida Yuto, Harano Akiko, Miki Takako, Naito Tomoko, Ichioka Sho, Murakami Kana et al.

This study found that for low prostaglandin-associated periorbitopathy, trabeculectomy had better surgical success than Ahmed valves. For high periorbitopathy, outcomes were similar. This suggests PAP severity should guide surgical choice.

Akagi Ayumu, Narimoto Kaito, Ueda Kanta, Koizumi Noriko, Okumura Naoki, Tanito Masaki

Glaucoma surgery causes progressive corneal cell loss; lower postoperative eye pressure is a risk factor. Monitor endothelial health in patients with sustained low pressures after surgery.

Takagi Keigo, Nitta Koji, Katai Maki, Tanito Masaki

Early SLT in normal tension glaucoma patients significantly increased corneal hysteresis (a protective factor) and reduced intraocular pressure, suggesting a dual benefit for these patients.

Masdipa Andi, Kaidzu Sachiko, Tanito Masaki

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.

Asaoka Ryo, Nakamura Makoto, Tanito Masaki, Fujino Yuri, Obana Akira, Mizoue Shiro et al.

This study showed glaucoma disease stage significantly impacts clinical trial sample size for visual field progression, with early-stage disease and using both eyes reducing required participants most effectively.

Tomita Ryo, Asaoka Ryo, Hirasawa Kazunori, Fujino Yuri, Omura Tetsuro, Inatomi Tsutomu et al.

A study accurately predicted central 10° glaucomatous visual field loss after cataract removal using a machine learning model (RFM) with visual acuity and visual field data, but adding OCT data didn't improve accuracy.

Matsuo Masato, Fukuda Hiroki, Buathong Jedsada, Omura Tetsuro, Tanito Masaki

This study compared phaco-µLOT and phaco-iStent for low-teen IOP glaucoma. Both reduced medications, but phaco-µLOT was more effective for IOP control, offering a promising option for these patients.

Tsutsui Aika, Hamanaka Teruhiko, Kaidzu Sachiko, Kobayashi Kanae, Ishida Nobuo, Kumasaka Toshio et al.

This study found exfoliation glaucoma (EXG) exhibits greater Schlemm's canal endothelial cell loss than primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), even after matching for age and medication, suggesting a more critical impact on IOP in EXG.

Chihara Etsuo, Tanito Masaki, Kono Michihiro, Matsuda Akira, Honda Rio, Ishida Kyoko et al.

This study found pars plana Baerveldt implant insertion caused less corneal endothelial cell loss and bullous keratopathy than pars limbal, especially with low preoperative cell density, guiding surgical choice.

Masdipa Andi, Kaidzu Sachiko, Tanito Masaki

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.

Ishida Akiko, Miki Takako, Naito Tomoko, Ichioka Sho, Takayanagi Yuji, Tanito Masaki

This study found severe prostaglandin-associated periorbitopathy significantly worsens trabeculectomy success. Clinically, preventing severe PAP by adjusting medications may improve surgical outcomes.

Asaoka Ryo, Obana Akira, Murata Hiroshi, Fujino Yuri, Omoto Takashi, Aoki Shuichiro et al.

This study found IOP generally decreases with age, but various systemic factors like gender, blood cell counts, and liver enzymes significantly influence the long-term trend of IOP.

Matsuo Masato, Kozuki Nana, Inomata Yuina, Kumagai Yoshiki, Shiba Ryosuke, Hamaguchi Koji et al.

Automated merging of gonioscopic photos significantly improved image depth of field and informativeness, enhancing angle assessment for glaucoma diagnosis and care.

Correia Barão Rafael, Cutolo Carlo, Tanito Masaki, Hommer Anton, Faschinger Christoph, Abegão Pinto Luís et al.

Automated gonioscopy showed moderate inter-observer agreement for most angle features. This suggests clinical utility but highlights a need for improvement, especially for complex classifications, while simpler binary features are more robust.

Matsuo Masato, Fukuda Hiroki, Omura Tetsurou, Tanito Masaki

Asaoka Ryo, Xu Linchuan, Murata Hiroshi, Kiwaki Taichi, Matsuura Masato, Fujino Yuri et al.

This study developed an AI model using OCT to predict both current visual field (10°) and future progression (24-2) in glaucoma, showing superior accuracy for earlier detection and monitoring.

Nakahara Kenichi, Asaoka Ryo, Tanito Masaki, Shibata Naoto, Mitsuhashi Keita, Fujino Yuri et al.

This study validated deep learning for glaucoma diagnosis from smartphone fundus photos, showing high accuracy, especially for advanced cases, suggesting potential for accessible screening.

Tanito Masaki, Tsutsui Aika, Manabe Kaoru, Matsuoka Yotaro

Ahmed Glaucoma Valve implantation in complex "one-chamber" eyes significantly lowered IOP and medication use, making it a reasonable approach for managing glaucoma in these challenging cases.

Tanito Masaki, Tsutsui Aika, Manabe Kaoru, Mochiji Mihoko

Microhook trabeculotomy significantly increased aqueous outflow facility, confirming that removing trabecular meshwork resistance is the primary mechanism for IOP reduction in glaucoma patients.