Though suture probe canaloplasty is a viable option for open angle glaucoma treatment, a historic lack of standardization has hampered success and subsequently hindered adoption. In the past, the suture probe had to be crafted by the surgeon in the OR, which required practice and time. More importantly, these handmade suture probes were not as reproducible as industrially pre-twisted suture probes, resulting in a higher rate of complications.
Now, Geuder has introduced the Onatec OEX-1 – an improved suture probe canaloplasty set for the safe and effective treatment of open angle glaucoma. The set contains a twisted 6/0 polypropylene suture probe and a 10/0 polypropylene suture implant.
How does it work? First, a deep sclerotomy needs to be performed to access Schlemm’s canal. The suture probe is then inserted into the ostium of the canal and moved 360° through the Schlemm’s canal until the tip appears at the corresponding ostium. The tip of the twisted suture probe has an eye where the suture implant is inserted so that it can be pulled backwards through Schlemm’s canal. The implant suture is then tied to dilate the canal permanently, lowering intraocular pressure (IOP) by an average of 8.2 mmHg.
The Onatec OEX-1 set is much more cost-effective and simpler than competing solutions – a true suture probe canaloplasty breakthrough.
Onatec OEX-1 is available in the EU and the USA.
