Complications of selective laser trabeculoplasty: a review

Clin Ophthalmol. 2016 Jan 14:10:137-43. doi: 10.2147/OPTH.S84996. eCollection 2016.

Abstract

Selective laser trabeculoplasty is a laser treatment to treat glaucoma. It was initially indicated for open-angle glaucoma but has been proven to be efficacious for various types of glaucoma. This review article summarizes the few rare complications that can be seen with selective laser trabeculoplasty. It also makes recommendations on how to avoid these problems and how to treat patients when these rare complications arise.

Keywords: SLT; complications; glaucoma.

Publication types

  • Review