Publications by authors named "A Gonzalez-Ventosa"
Aim And Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the performance of and indication for different surgical techniques in the management of uveitic glaucoma (UG).
Materials And Methods: A retrospective audit of records of all patients with UG who underwent ≥1 glaucoma surgery, between January 2007 and December 2016. The main outcomes were intraocular pressure (IOP) and the need for antihypertensive medication at each follow-up visit.
Purpose: To evaluate real-life outcomes of XEN45 stent surgery including bleb needling (BN) and surgical bleb revision (SBR).
Methods: Retrospective analysis of all XEN45 gel stents implanted in a tertiary glaucoma center with a minimum follow-up of 6 months. The main outcomes were intraocular pressure (IOP), the number of glaucoma medications, postoperative maneuvers like BN, and subsequent SBR.
To report the current clinical applications and trends of scleral and amniotic membrane use in ophthalmology. Review of annual reports from the Catalan Transplant Organization (OCATT), on scleral patch and amniotic membrane eye indications in Catalonia region (Spain) over a 6-year period from 2013 to 2018. A total of 874 scleral and 1665 amniotic membranes patches were implanted, from January 2013 to December 2018.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMeasures to prevent the risks associated with exposure to cytostatic drugs in glaucoma filtering surgery.
Arch Soc Esp Oftalmol (Engl Ed)
July 2020
Introduction: The use of cytostatic drugs such as Mitomycin C and 5-Fluorouracil is well-known in glaucoma filtering surgery, as well as the management of its complications. However, there is a lack of information regarding the preventive measures to be taken by the professional that handles these types of substances.
Objective: Raise awareness among professionals of the risks associated with the use of cytostatic drugs without adequate prevention measures.