TITLE:
Efficacy and Safety of Micropulse Trans-Scleral Cyclophotocoagulation in Cambodian Patients with Glaucoma
AUTHORS:
Channdarith Kith, Meng Ngy, Kossama Chukmol, Bunseng Sea, Piseth Kong, Ponndara Ith
KEYWORDS:
Photocoagulation, Glaucoma, Efficacy, Safety, Intra-Ocular Pressure, Micro Pulse
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Ophthalmology,
Vol.14 No.3,
August
16,
2024
ABSTRACT: Objective: To evaluate the treatment outcomes of micropulse cyclophotocoagulation in Cambodian glaucoma patients. Materials and Methods: 14 patients were enrolled in this retrospective study that was conducted with the consent over a 14-month period. The medical records were analyzed for variables such as intra-ocular pressure, the number of anti-glaucoma drugs used, visual acuity, pain level, and complications during and after treatment. The main outcome was whether or not there was success or failure, with success being defined as a pressure level between 6 and 21 mmHg and a 30% decrease in IOP by week 24 (with/without drugs). Results: In our study, the mean age of patients was 52.36 ± 9.98 years old (42 to 75 years old). The mean intra-ocular pressure before treatment was 41.00 ± 12.26 mmHg, which decreased to 21.60 ± 8.11 mmHg (41.56% reduction) and 16.94 ± 5.46 mmHg (56.04% reduction) in the 12th and 24th weeks (p p Conclusion: Micro-pulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation is a safe and effective method for lowering pressure in any stage of disease without the use of invasive surgeries.