Glaucoma affects millions of people worldwide and is the second leading cause of
blindness. Major advances in innovative surgical techniques, collectively termed
minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), have revolutionized the field. These
groundbreaking ophthalmic surgery approaches are effective, are not
bleb-dependent, and they result in fewer complications. Authored by a Who's Who
of prominent experts in the MIGS movement, this book represents the most
comprehensive book written to date on the subject.
Leading glaucoma surgeons offer unique perspectives and experience gleaned from
developing and mastering these state-of-the-art techniques. The first four
sections discuss fundamental concepts of eye anatomy and structure, outflow
implications, and aqueous production. The remaining sections cover