Special Surgical Procedures II LESSON 1: Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat (EENT) Surgery
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1-16. PROCEDURES IN THE TREATMENT OF GLAUCOMA
a. General. In glaucoma, there is increased tension or pressure within the eye. Increased intraocular pressure may lead to hardening of the eyeball and blindness. Glaucoma may result from iritis or from trauma.
b. Operative Procedures. The various operations used are aimed at reducing tension in the eye by improving intraocular drainage of fluid. The operation performed depends upon several factors, one being the status of the glaucoma (acute, subacute, or chronic).
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