Glaucoma: Embracing Interventional Management

Let’s move away from the oft-used reactive approach.

By: Mike Cymbor, OD, FAAO

Optometric Management March 3, 2025 Vol 60, No. 2, Issue March 2025 Page(s): 23

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Glaucoma management has traditionally been reactive, relying heavily on patient adherence to topical medications.
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Interventional glaucoma (IG) management emphasizes early diagnostics and proactive interventions, including lasers and surgical options.
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Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) improves aqueous outflow, reducing the need for anti-glaucoma medications.
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Sustained-release drug delivery platforms can provide medication over extended periods, enhancing patient compliance.
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Adopting IG management aligns with a trend towards earlier interventions that prioritize long-term outcomes and quality of life.

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