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Diquat causes caspase-independent cell death in SH-SY5Y cells by production of ROS independently of mitochondria
Karydakis procedure versus Limberg flap for treatment of pilonidal sinus: an updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Surgical revision of dysfunctional filtration blebs with bleb preservation, sliding conjunctival flap and fibrin glue
Purpose The introduction of anti-metabolite regimens to glaucoma filtration surgery has improved post-operative intraocular pressure (IOP) control; however, it has also increased the frequency of dysfunctional blebs. In this study, we report a surgical technique for the repair of trabeculectomy blebs using bleb preservation, a sliding conjunctival flap, and fibrin glue.Methods This study is a retrospective, non-comparative, consecutive case series involving 10 eye samples collected from 10 patients (6 M: 4 F) with one or a combination of bleb overfiltration, dysesthesia, thinning, leak, or blebitis, in which a conjunctival flap was advanced over the failing bleb and secured in place using fibrin glue and sutures.Results All patient eyes had symptom resolution post-operatively. There were no bleb leaks or hypotonous eyes after an average follow-up of 15.2 months (range: 6-31 months). Three patients required needling augmented with 5-fluorouracil needling to maintain IOP control. IOP decreased from a mean of 13.61.8 mm Hg (with a mean of 0.7 glaucoma medications) pre-operatively to 11.70.9 mm Hg (with a mean of 0.9 glaucoma medications).Conclusion Conjunctival flap advancement with bleb preservation and adjunctive fibrin glue is a successful technique used for the treatment of bleb dysfunction. The major advantages compared with other techniques are preservation of IOP control and reduced post-operative complications, such as wound leak and the need for re-suturing