Fornix-Based Versus Limbal-Based Conjunctival Trabeculectomy Flaps for Glaucoma: Findings From a Cochrane Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To compare effectiveness of fornix- and limbal-based conjunctival flaps in trabeculectomy surgery.

Design

Systematic review.

Methods

Setting: CENTRAL, MEDLINE, LILACS, ISRCTN registry, ClinicalTrials.gov, WHO, and ICTRP were searched to identify eligible randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Study population

RCTs in which benefits and complications of fornix- vs limbal-based trabeculectomy for glaucoma were compared in adult glaucoma patients.

Observation procedure

We followed Cochrane methodology for data extraction.

Main outcome measures

Proportion of failed trabeculectomies at 24 months, defined as the need for repeat surgery or uncontrolled intraocular pressure (IOP) >22 mm Hg, despite topical/systemic medications.

Results

The re

SUBMITTER: Al-Haddad CE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5321540 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature