The effect of vitrectomy combined with cyclophotocoagulation and pan retinal photocoagula tion in management of neovascular glaucoma

Objective To evaluate the efficacy of vitrectomy combined with cyclophotocoagulation and pan retinal photocoagulation in management of neovascular glaucoma retrospectively. Methods Vitrectomy combined with cyclophotocoagulation and pan retinal photocoagulation were performed on 15 cases (16 eyes) with neovascular glaucoma. All patients were followed up from 12 to 18 months. The change of intraocular pressure (IOP), visual acuity, complications were observed. Results The visual acuity of 9 eyes was improved post-operation. Compared to pre-operation. the mean of IOP was significantly decreased at l month, 6 months, and 12 months post-operation (P ＜0.01). No serious complications occurred. Conclusions Vitrectomy combined with cyclophotocoagulation and pan retinal .photocoagulation can manage neovascular glaucoma effectively. Key words: Neovascular glaucoma;  Ciliary body;  Retina;  Laser coagulation;  Vitrectomy