Gupta Priya

Outcomes of XEN Stent in Patients With Glaucoma and Previous Corneal Transplantation.

In selected patients with previous corneal transplants and refractory glaucoma, the XEN stent was safely implanted and effectively reduced IOP in the short term.

Results From a Modified Bleb Needling Procedure With Continuous Infusion Performed in the Operating Room.

A modified bleb needling procedure performed in the operating room can successfully lower IOP in the setting of a previous trabeculectomy in over 60% of subjects a year after the procedure.

Prevalence of Glaucoma in the United States: The 2005-2008 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

The prevalence of glaucoma based on optic nerve fundus photography assessment in the general US population 40 years of age and older was 2.1%.

Diabetes, Triglyceride Levels, and Other Risk Factors for Glaucoma in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005-2008.

People who are older, of black race, and with lower income levels have a higher prevalence of glaucoma. A novel association between diabetes, triglyceride levels, and glaucoma is also identified.

Evaluation of Frequency-Doubling Technology Perimetry as a Means of Screening for Glaucoma and Other Eye Diseases Using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

Using the 2005-2008 waves of the NHANES as a model of population-based screening for eye disease, FDT perimetry lacks both sensitivity and specificity as a means of screening for glaucoma, the presence of retinal disease, or decreased acuity in a population-based setting.