Long tube implants in the management of glaucoma

Date
1976
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Health & Medical Publishing Group
Abstract
The design, surgical insertion and results of a plastic draining implant for severe glaucoma are reported. The need for pharmacological control of bleb inflammation is stressed and the favourable long term outlook for patients with such implants is discussed.
Description
CITATION: Molteno, A. C. B., et al. 1976. Long tube implants in the management of glaucoma. South African Medical Journal, 50(27):1062-1066.
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Keywords
Glaucoma, Blindness
Citation
Molteno, A. C. B., et al. 1976. Long tube implants in the management of glaucoma. South African Medical Journal, 50(27):1062-1066