Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access

Abstract

Clinical Outcomes of Micropulsed Transcleral Cyclophotocoagulation in Moderate to Severe Glaucoma

Melissa M Toyos and Rolando Toyos

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a new micropulsed transcleral continuous wave diode laser in a clinical setting of patients diagnosed with open angle glaucoma, ranging from mild glaucoma to severe.
Methods: Twenty-six eyes of thirteen patients were treated by a single surgeon at a single private practice center. Results were reviewed retrospectively. Each subject was treated with preset MP3 setting according to recommended treatment guidelines.
Results: At baseline, patients were on an average of 3.3 topical glaucoma medications with an average IOP of 25.6 mmHg. At POD1 IOP was reduced by 20%, by 34% at POD7, 8% at POD28 and decreased 30% from baseline at the final postop visit 6-12 months after the procedure. Average medication use decreased from 3.3 to 1.8 from baseline to final post op visit. There were no serious adverse events.
Conclusion: Micropulsed transcleral diode laser is a safe and effective alternative for glaucoma therapy for patients with open angle glaucoma. Patients can expect significant IOP lowering along with reduction in number of topical glaucoma medications required for IOP control.