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Title: | A review of the effect of 5-fluorouracil on the outcome of trabeculectomy in Ibadan |
Authors: | Baiyeroju, A. M Ubah, J.N |
Keywords: | 5-f1uorouracil, trabeculectomy, gl, Hlcomc1, Nigerian |
Issue Date: | Jun-2004 |
Abstract: | Aim: To retrospectively assess the outcome of trabeculectomy performed using an intraoperative sponge soaked in 5-fluorouracil (50 mg/ml). Methods: Trabeculectomy with an intraoperative sponge soaked with 5-f1uorouracil (5-FU) was performed in 21 eyes of 14 patients. The reduction in intraocular pressure (lOP), complications and variations in visual acuity were noted. Results: The mean preoperative lOP was 31.5 ± 10.6 mmHg. The mean postoperative lOP was 7.3 ± 5.7mmHg on the second postoperative day and 17.5 ± 9.8mmHg at 3 months. Postoperative complications were mostly transient, with 33% of eyes requiring postoperative antiglaucoma therapy to reduce lOP. Visual acuity Improved postoperatively in 3 eyes, worsened in 9 eyes and remained the same in 9 eyes. Conclusion: Even though a small study, an intraoperative sponge soaked with 5-FU seems to be a safe and effective adjunct to trabeculectomy. |
URI: | http://ir.library.ui.edu.ng/handle/123456789/2592 |
ISSN: | 0189-9171 |
Appears in Collections: | scholarly works |
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