Essentials of Glaucoma: Lasers and Surgical Management

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  1. Describe the various surgical treatment options available for glaucoma, including their indications and contraindications.
  2. Explain the indications, principles, and key procedural steps involved in anterior subconjunctival drainage surgery.
  3. Identify appropriate postoperative management strategies for patients undergoing anterior subconjunctival drainage surgery.
  4. Discuss the principles and applications of posterior subconjunctival drainage surgery, including long-tube glaucoma drainage devices.
  5. Evaluate the use of laser technologies in glaucoma management, including trabecular meshwork, iris, and ciliary body lasers, and their impact on treatment outcomes.