May 20, 2024 · A bleb is a small fluid-filled blister that forms on the surface of the eye after glaucoma surgery and serves as a drainage site for excess fluid. Proper post-operative care is crucial for the success of a bleb, including avoiding eye rubbing and following medication and follow-up appointment schedules.

Jul 3, 2024 · A trabeculectomy bleb is a surgical intervention for treating glaucoma, an eye condition that damages the optic nerve and can result in vision loss. The procedure involves creating a small, fluid-filled pocket, or bleb, on the eye’s surface to …

Oct 31, 2018 · A leaking filtration bleb is a common complication of trabeculectomy. It’s also a vision-threatening danger that shouldn’t be ignored.

Apr 19, 2022 · When this occurs, “bleb needling” can often get the drain pipe and fluid reservoir to work as intended. Typically, bleb needling is performed because the newly formed drain pipe is gradually closing due to scar formation over the bleb.

Trabeculectomy is a type of glaucoma surgery performed on the eye that creates a new pathway for fluid inside the eye to be drained. This is an outpatient procedure performed in the …

Jul 20, 2007 · Generally, a bleb that is diffuse and ischemic with controlled intraocular pressure (IOP) is a sign of a well-formed filter. Low IOP alone, however, does not guarantee a well-functioning bleb.

Jan 12, 2024 · The bleb needling (and bleb revision) procedure cuts the scar tissue and frees the trap door and bleb, thus re-establishing aqueous flow into the bleb. Doing so decreases the …

Dec 3, 2024 · A bleb in glaucoma surgery is a small, fluid-filled blister that forms on the surface of the eye to help lower intraocular pressure. A well-functioning bleb is crucial for the success of glaucoma surgery as it allows for proper drainage of fluid …

Aug 14, 2024 · In the bleb, the fluid is absorbed naturally by your body. Your surgeon may remove a small piece of the iris (the colored part of your eye) to keep the new pathway open. This procedure is called an iridectomy. After the procedure, you may have a patch put on your eye to wear overnight. Plan to have someone drive you home after the surgery.

Aug 26, 2022 · This article reviews key aspects of bleb management following trabeculectomy and GDI surgery. Basics of postoperative management of trabeculectomy and GDIs are reviewed, as well as how to manage complications such as early and late bleb leaks, fibrosis, bleb dysesthesia and the hypertensive phase.