Allergan gel-based stents are treating glaucoma

[Image from University of Michigan]An Allergan-developed gelatin-based stent is showing potential to treat glaucoma in a quicker and safer environment, according to new research from the University of Michigan. Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eye’s optic nerve and can cause vision loss and blindness. Medicines in the form of eyedrops or pills can be used to treat glaucoma. Another option is laser trabeculoplasty which helps drain fluid from the eye. Conventional surgery also creates a new opening in the eye for fluid to leave. Both surgical options are invasive and prone to complications. With the amount of glaucoma cases expecting to more than double by 2050, a minimally-invasive treatment couldn’t come soon enough. Get the full story on our sister site, Medical Design & Outsourcing. The post Allergan gel-based stents are treating glaucoma appeared first on MassDevice.
Source: Mass Device - Category: Medical Devices Authors: Tags: Stents Surgical Allergan Inc. Glaucoma MedTech Source Type: news