Glaucoma Tubes

A Glaucoma Drainage tube (Ahmed and Baerveldt) is a common first or second line glaucoma surgery for moderate to severe glaucoma. A silicone tube diverts extra fluid from your eye to a flexible plate that is tucked on the side of your eyeball. There are different indications for each type of tube. It is often offered in eyes that have or are at risk of scarring down an Express shunt.

Providers for Glaucoma Tubes

Dr. Elizabeth Martin, MD
Dr. Martha Leen, MD
Dr. Deanne Nakamoto, MD
Dr. Seth Bricel, MD

Procedure

This procedure takes about 45-60 minutes. During this procedure you will receive conscious sedation, where you are awake enough that you continue breathing without a breathing tube but are relaxed and comfortable, and the eye is numbed to prevent any pain.