Surgical Technology

Data on surgical technology in children discussed by researchers at University College

Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, December 31st, 2006

A report, "Paediatric aphakic glaucoma," is newly published data in Acta Ophthalmologica Scandinavica. According to recent research from Dublin, Ireland, "Aphakic glaucoma is a serious, sight-threatening complication in children who remain aphakic following congenital cataract surgery. The reported incidence varies from 15% to 45% and it has a higher incidence in small eyes and in babies who undergo surgery before 4 weeks of age."

"Most cases take the form of open-angle glaucoma. Despite careful monitoring, diagnostic difficulties in children may lead to delayed treatment. Aphakic children require ongoing monitoring, including examinations carried out under general...

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