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Review
. 2017 Mar;28(2):194-198.
doi: 10.1097/ICU.0000000000000347.

Patch graft materials for glaucoma tube implants

John T Lind  1 , Thomas S Shute, Arsham Sheybani
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Review

Patch graft materials for glaucoma tube implants

John T Lind et al. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2017 Mar.

Abstract

Purpose of review: Patch graft materials serve multiple purposes in glaucoma surgery. There are several choices of patch graft materials from which the surgeon can choose. Therefore, knowledge as to the choices and the potential risks and benefits of patch graft materials is imperative for the glaucoma surgeon.

Recent findings: Recent studies evaluate both patch graft materials and techniques. This evaluation is timely as facility reimbursement changes may also impact utilization and technique.

Summary: Successful operative outcomes require profound understanding of all potential risks and benefits of patch graft materials and surgical techniques.

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