Ab interno canaloplasty
Ab-interno canaloplasty (ABiC) is a minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) procedure that aims to reduce pressure in the ey by improving fluid drainage.
Ab interno canaloplasty Procedure
A small incision is made in the cornea, and a microcatheter is inserted into the eye’s fluid drainage channel. The catheter is used to widen the channel, and then a gel is injected to keep it open. The catheter is removed, and the gel dissolves over a few days, permanently widening the channel.
Benefits of ab interno canaloplasty
ABiC can be an effective treatment for a variety of glaucoma patients, including those with mild-to-moderate open-angle glaucoma. It can also be an option for patients who don’t respond well to anti-glaucoma medication. ABiC is tissue-sparing, and doesn’t require the removal of tissue or the placement of a stent or implant.
Safety of the ab interno canaloplasty procedure
ABiC has a low risk of severe complications, and studies have documented its long-term efficacy.
Combination with other procedures
ABiC can be performed alone or in combination with other procedures, such as cataract surgery or trabeculotomy.
