Transcleral Cyclophotocoagulation A Case Report

Chalao Tongplengsri M.D.,
Thananchai Atisup M.D.
Department of Ophthalmology, Priest Hospital, Bangkok

ABSTRACT The transcleral cyclophotocoagulation with ND : Yag laser, free running mode was approved to be effective, convenient method for treatment of the refractory glaucoma. The laser beam was shot by non – contact system at 1-1.5 mm. post limbus with pulse duration 20 ms., pulse energy 4-8 J., defocussing 9.Total number of shooting depended on the intraocular pressure. This report showed successful treatment of the refractory glaucoma in Thai male patient, 23 year of age with transcleral cyclophotocoagulation.

Thai J Ophthalmol 1992 ; July – December 6 (2) :133-138