Bleb Revision Techniques for Hypotony Maculopathy: A Review

Hypotony maculopathy, characterized by chorioretinal folds with potential for vision loss, can occur as a complication from overfiltration following trabeculectomy. Its rate has increased in the era of antifibrotics. The challenge in treatment involves raising intraocular pressure to treat hypotony maculopathy while maintaining a level low enough to control glaucoma progression. This review aims to cover the expanse of nonsurgical and surgical management options available. Since a gold standard for hypotony maculopathy treatment is not established, selecting and tailoring treatment options will depend on specific patient and bleb characteristics.

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International Ophthalmology Clinics
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2026-06-18
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https://doi.org/10.1097/iio.0000000000000633
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Glaucoma and retinal disorders
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Bleb Revision Techniques for Hypotony Maculopathy: A Review

Astrid Werner, Ke Zeng, Huda Sheheitli
International Ophthalmology Clinics
Glaucoma and retinal disorders
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Bleb Revision Techniques for Hypotony Maculopathy: A Review

Astrid Werner, Ke Zeng, Huda Sheheitli
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Abstract

Hypotony maculopathy, characterized by chorioretinal folds with potential for vision loss, can occur as a complication from overfiltration following trabeculectomy. Its rate has increased in the era of antifibrotics. The challenge in treatment involves raising intraocular pressure to treat hypotony maculopathy while maintaining a level low enough to control glaucoma progression. This review aims to cover the expanse of nonsurgical and surgical management options available. Since a gold standard for hypotony maculopathy treatment is not established, selecting and tailoring treatment options will depend on specific patient and bleb characteristics.

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