Hypotensive effect of juxtascleral administration of anecortave acetate in different types of glaucoma.

Purpose: To evaluate the intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering effect of anecortave acetate, delivered by anterior juxtascleral depot injection, in eyes with various forms of glaucoma.

Methods: A prospective, interventional case series was carried out. Twenty-eight uncontrolled glaucoma patients received a single injection of anecortave acetate (24 to 30 mg) in 1 selected eye under topical anesthesia.