Andrew Crichton1. 1. Division of Ophthalmology, University of Calgary, Faculty of Medicine, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. drcricht@telusplanet.net
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The optimal management of cataract in the glaucoma patient must be constantly updated as advances in both subspecialties impact the surgical decision. RECENT FINDINGS: The primary considerations at this time include combining the procedures as opposed to sequential operations and optimizing the effectiveness of the operations while reducing complications. SUMMARY: Recent findings would certainly suggest an individualized approach based not only on the glaucoma and cataract condition of the patient but also on the experience of the surgeon with varied techniques. Further time and research are required to determine whether certain approaches or techniques will become more universally adopted. At present, there certainly is support for a variety of approaches.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The optimal management of cataract in the glaucomapatient must be constantly updated as advances in both subspecialties impact the surgical decision. RECENT FINDINGS: The primary considerations at this time include combining the procedures as opposed to sequential operations and optimizing the effectiveness of the operations while reducing complications. SUMMARY: Recent findings would certainly suggest an individualized approach based not only on the glaucoma and cataract condition of the patient but also on the experience of the surgeon with varied techniques. Further time and research are required to determine whether certain approaches or techniques will become more universally adopted. At present, there certainly is support for a variety of approaches.