South-East Scotland trabeculectomy survey

Cackett, Peter; Vallance, J; Cobb, Caroline; Devlin, H; Simpson, Allie; Sanders, Roshini

doi:10.1038/sj.eye.6702118

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“…Nevertheless, our register included more women than men with glaucoma (60.9 vs. 39.1%). With regard to the Table 9 Influence of glaucoma type on number of different eye drops used [10], and in the present register we observed very similar frequencies: 78.9% POAG, 5.2% PEX, 1.9 PDG, and 9.2% others. Irrespective of glaucoma type, our data confirm the generally accepted view that more women develop dry eye than men.…”

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German register for glaucoma patients with dry eye. I. Basic outcome with respect to dry eye

Erb

Gast²,

Schremmer³

2008

Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol

146

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We publish the first results from the German Glaucoma and Dry Eye Register. We found that the occurrence of dry eye is linked to several factors. Thus, the type of glaucoma has an impact on the risk of dry eye. The quantity of eye drops applied also plays a role in the development of the dry eye syndrome if more than three medications are used. While POAG is usually treated with one drug, PEX and PDG tend to be treated with multiple drugs. The gender difference in the occurrence of dry eye becomes apparent from the age 50 years. Because of the vicious circle of dry eye, antiglaucoma eye drops containing benzalkonium chloride compromises patient compliance. The results of the register are therefore of key relevance for the care of glaucoma patients.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 79%

German register for glaucoma patients with dry eye. I. Basic outcome with respect to dry eye

Erb

Gast²,

Schremmer³

2008

Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol

146

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“…During the period 1990-1999, there was no dedicated glaucoma service in Fife and glaucoma patients were managed by a variety of specialists amongst the general ophthalmic services, with no consistent approach. In Scotland, glaucoma care is increasingly falling into the domain of dedicated glaucoma specialists (Cackett et al, 2007).…”

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confidence: 99%

Patient profile and management in advanced glaucoma

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Paterson

Miller

et al. 2008

British Journal of Visual Impairment

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Purpose: to study patient characteristics and management profile in advanced glaucoma. Method: A retrospective study of 87 case notes of patients registered blind due to glaucoma, and cross-sectional interview of 29 patients. Results: advanced glaucoma at presentation was documented in 43 cases (49%). Insufficient optometry assessment was significantly associated with advanced disease (p = 0.0339). Normal tension glaucoma patients were significantly more likely to present with advanced disease compared to other types of glaucoma (p = 0.0034). Poor compliance with medication was significantly higher in those with hearing loss (p = 0.0168). Patients with advanced field defect at presentation and those with poor compliance had significantly higher social deprivation scores compared to others on the blind register (p < 0.0001). Nine (10%) patients had partial registration before full registration and 29 (33%) patients had late registration. Of the 29 patients interviewed, 20 (69%) did not demonstrate basic knowledge regarding their disease or its management; nor had they received written information on glaucoma or instructions on drop technique. Conclusion: Special care pathways are required in advanced glaucoma taking into account co-existent morbidity, disease education and compliance.

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“…3,4 We believe that careful case selection for trainee, intraoperative supervision and close postoperative monitoring can achieve good long-term IOP control and increase the success rate. Sir, Response to Drs Vani and Delvin Many thanks for your letter regarding our article on trabeculectomy training challenges.…”

Section: Sir Training Problems In Trabeculectomymentioning

confidence: 98%

“…We agree with Troutbeck et al 1 and Franks et al 2 that trabeculectomies are now more frequently carried out by specialized glaucoma surgeons. 3,4 A multicentre audit presented in the Scottish Ophthalmological Club (SOC) in February 2005 showed significant reduction in the number of trabeculectomies performed by general ophthalmologists.…”

Section: Sir Training Problems In Trabeculectomymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…1 In fact, only 9.2-30% were familiar with the condition as a cause for loss of vision. [2][3][4] Singapore has been organising an AMD Awareness Week annually since 2005 in conjunction with AMD Alliance International, a global non-profit coalition of vision, research, and senior organisations working to raise awareness of AMD, its treatment and rehabilitation options, and the importance of early detection. During the AMD Awareness Week, numerous educational talks on AMD, patient support group meetings and eye screenings are conducted at a number of participating hospitals, community centres, libraries, private ophthalmology clinics, and optometry outlets across the country.…”

Section: Ga Lee and R Troubeckmentioning

confidence: 99%

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