Both procedures provide a safe and efficient IOP reduction. Trabeculectomy is able to achieve an even better IOP reduction without application of additional postoperative medication. Canaloplasty requires shorter inpatient stay, less frequent postoperative checkups and interventions as well as a less severe spectrum of complications.
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