Micropulse Cyclophotocoagulation Versus Continuous Wave Cyclophotocoagulation: A Meta-Analysis.
What's New
Continuous wave cyclophotocoagulation produced significantly greater long-term intraocular pressure reduction than micropulse cyclophotocoagulation in pediatric glaucoma.
Detailed Summary
A systematic review and meta-analysis compared MP-CPC and CW-CPC for pediatric glaucoma. CW-CPC was associated with significantly greater IOP reduction at 12 months (MD: -6.88 mmHg; P<0.00001) and at last follow-up (MD: -4.23 mmHg; P=0.0003), though no significant differences were observed at 1, 3, or 6 months.
Study Population
children with glaucoma treated with micropulse or continuous wave cyclophotocoagulation
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