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Two iStents and topical travoprost lower IOP in phakic eyes
Patients with open-angle glaucoma and phakic eyes treated with two trabecular micro-bypass stents and topical travoprost experienced a significant and sustained reduction in IOP and medications, according to a study. The prospective, single-arm, unmasked study included 39 phakic eyes with open-angle glaucoma that was not controlled on two medications. Two iStents (Glaukos) were implanted in a standalone procedure, and travoprost was started 1 day postoperatively. Researchers evaluated IOP, best corrected visual acuity, medication use and several other parameters. Thirty-seven patients were followed for 3 years postoperatively, and follow-up will continue (Read more...)