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What has been your experience both intra-op and post-op with different non-valved implants (Baerveldt vs. Clearpath)?

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Ophthalmology · University of Michigan

In general, all 3 non-valved implant styles available in the US (Baerveldt, Clearpath, and Molteno) work quite similarly, and utilize similar techniques regarding ligation, tube modifications to create early flow anterior to the capsule, and postoperative course. The Molteno implants are slightly na...

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Ophthalmology · Thomas Jefferson University

I can not say that there is much difference. Although it may be a personal preference, the ClearPath tubes can be somewhat easier to implant, given the flexible plate material, and suturing the plate to the sclera is also easier and perhaps safer due to the anterior eyelets. I have not found differe...

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