Pediatric Glaucoma
Conditions
Keywords
Pediatric glaucoma, Ahmed valve, bevacizumab, mitomycin C
Brief summary
To asess the efficacy and safety of combining subconjunctival bevacizumab with mitomycin C (MMC) during AGV revision surgery in pediatric patients with recurrent glaucoma.
Detailed description
Recurrent pediatric glaucoma following Ahmed Glaucoma Valve (AGV) implantation presents a therapeutic challenge. This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of combining subconjunctival bevacizumab with mitomycin C (MMC) during AGV revision surgery in pediatric patients with recurrent glaucoma.
Interventions
AGV plate using a 27-gauge needle
subconjunctival injection of bevacizumab
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* children under 12 years with previous AGV implantation for primary congenital glaucoma
Exclusion criteria
* age \>12 years, eyes with no light perception, and those with prior cyclodestructive procedures.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| surgical success | for 12 months | IOP ≤ 21 mmHg and ≥ 5 mmHg without medications |
Countries
Egypt