Beyond Drops & Laser: How MIGS & MIBS are Changing the Glaucoma Game

This distance learning article will outline the evolving role of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and minimally invasive bleb surgery (MIBS) in the management of glaucoma. It will explore patient selection, mechanisms of action, clinical outcomes, and safety profiles for commonly used devices, including the iStent, Hydrus Microstent, and PRESERFLO MicroShunt. The article will also highlight how these procedures compare with traditional surgical options and the role of optometrists in referral, patient education, and ongoing care.

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