Abstract

GARCES FERNANDEZ, Ailen et al. Selective laser trabeculoplasy in the treatment of glaucoma. Rev Cubana Oftalmol [online]. 2009, vol.22, n.2, pp. 140-150. ISSN 1561-3070.

A brief literature review on selective trabeculoplasty with doubled frequency Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of glaucoma was made. Laserex Tango LT 5106-T Nd: YAG Laser (Ellex Medical Pty Ltd) equipment for selective trabeculoplasty is available in our institute since March 2006 (the only center having this equipment in our country up to the present). The high life expectancy of our population, with an increase of glaucoma and cataract incidence, prompts us to be consistent with everything that supports the improved quality of life of patients; this was the reason for this review. Indications, most used parameters, effectiveness and complications were presented.

Keywords : glaucoma; selective laser trabeculoplasty; SLT; doubled frequency Nd:YAG laser.

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