Clear lens extraction for early angle-closure glaucoma: revolution or overtreatment?

Conclusion:We hold the opinion that clear lens extraction for early angle-closure glaucoma is overtreatment.For patients with early angle-closure glaucoma, laser peripheral iridectomy not only can keep accommodative function of crystalline lens, but also with high safety and fewer adverse events. Currently patients should be treated in accordance with guidelines for glaucoma.
Source: Medical Principles and Practice - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research