Effects of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty

Effect of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) on Diurnal Intraocular Pressure in Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients on Medical Treatment

Primary objective is to evaluate the effect of selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) on the diurnal intraocular pressure variation in open-angle glaucoma patients (OAG).

This is a prospective observational study of OAG patients undergoing selective laser trabeculoplasty at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. The patients will be recruited over 12 months. Study will include 3 visits: pre-laser visit, visit for laser treatment and post-laser visit. All visits will occur within a 3-month period.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects who have the diagnosis of open angle glaucoma
• Subjects who are able to speak and understand English and provide meaningful written informed consent,
• Subjects who are willing and able to comply with all testing and requirements defined in the protocol and willing and able to comply with all required study visits.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Subjects with previous laser treatment or intraocular surgery,
• Subjects with history of ocular inflammation and with history of previous ocular trauma.