Overview

Trabeculectomy creates a new drainage channel for advanced glaucoma when other treatments are insufficient.

Benefits

  • Significant pressure reduction
  • Effective for advanced glaucoma
  • May eliminate need for drops

Am I a Candidate?

  • Advanced or progressing glaucoma
  • Uncontrolled pressure despite medications

The Procedure

  • Operating room procedure
  • Partial-thickness scleral flap created
  • Takes 45-60 minutes

Recovery

  • Multiple follow-up visits
  • Activity restrictions 4-6 weeks

Results

Trabeculectomy successfully controls glaucoma in 70-90% of patients.