Initial Experience With the New Ahmed Glaucoma Valve Model M4: Short-term Results

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CVINTAL V., MOSTER M. R., SHYU A. P., MCDERMOTT K., Ekici F., PRO M. J., ...More

JOURNAL OF GLAUCOMA, vol.25, no.5, 2016 (SCI-Expanded)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 25 Issue: 5
• Publication Date: 2016
• Doi Number: 10.1097/ijg.0000000000000324
• Journal Name: JOURNAL OF GLAUCOMA
• Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
• Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Purpose: To evaluate the clinical outcomes of the new Ahmed glaucoma valve (AGV) model M4. The device consists of a porous polyethylene shell designed for improved tissue integration and reduced encapsulation of the plate for better intraocular pressure (IOP) control.