What is a CyPass?

The CyPass micro-stent was FDA approved in 2016 to help lower eye pressure when combined with cataract surgery in patients with mild-to-moderate primary open-angle glaucoma. It is a very small plastic tube implanted in the eye, allowing the fluid to drain and lower the eye pressure.

How much does iStent cost?

The iStent is a 1.0mm long snorkel-like device made out of medical grade titanium. It is, in fact, the smallest medical device approved for implantation in the human body. Weighing only 0.000002 ounces and with a price tag of roughly $1,000 this makes it one of the most valuable items on Earth by weight.

How long does iStent last?

There is a third study comparing the Hydrus to the iStent Trabecular Micro-bypass device in a prospective, multicenter randomized clinical trial. The effect appears to be durable for at least 24 months. The Hydrus maintained significant reductions in medications and IOP.

Why was CyPass recalled?

The CyPass micro-stent was recalled by Alcon in October 2018 due to the potential to cause endothelial cell loss, as found in the COMPASS-XT study.

What is PreserFlo Microshunt?

What is a PreserFlo Microshunt? The Preserflo is an 8 millimetre long tube that is inserted into the eye to help lower eye pressure in glaucoma and reduce the need for medication. It is made of a synthetic and biocompatible material called SIBS.

Do eye stents work?

In a U.S. clinical study, 68% of glaucoma patients who received iStent remained medication-free at 12 months while sustaining a target IOP of ≤ 21 mm Hg vs. only 50% of patients who underwent cataract surgery alone. iStent works like the stents used to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Is iStent permanent?

iStent creates a permanent opening in your trabecular meshwork and helps improve the flow of fluid from your eyes to regulate IOP. Among many advantages, iStent: Protects eye tissue that often gets damaged by traditional surgeries. Can be safely implanted during cataract surgery.

Is CyPass FDA approved for glaucoma?

CyPass Micro-Stent, an Implant for Glaucoma, Approved by FDA. The FDA has approved the CyPass Micro-Stent, a device for treatment of mild to moderate primary open-angle glaucoma that is intended to be implanted along with cataract surgery.

What are glaucoma drainage devices (implants)?

Also known as “aqueous shunts” or “glaucoma drainage devices,” we’ll refer to them simply as “implants.”. The idea behind implants is to enhance standard glaucoma surgery by positioning a device that will help keep the surgically-created drainage opening from healing and closing down.

What are glaucoma implants and how do they work?

There are many different ways to treat glaucoma. In addition to conventional and laser surgery, there are a variety of drugs to lower intraocular pressure (IOP). If these methods alone fail, doctors may suggest implants. Also known as “aqueous shunts” or “glaucoma drainage devices,” we’ll refer to them simply as “implants.”.

What is a plate and tube glaucoma implant?

Glaucoma drainage implants commonly used today have a plate and tube design. The plate is typically sutured 8–10 mm posterior to the surgical limbus. The plate becomes encased within a fibrous capsule and filtration occurs by diffusion of aqueous humor across this capsule wall.