The Preserflo Microshunt is an advanced technological development in the field of filtration surgeries, offering a safer and more predictable alternative to traditional trabeculectomy.
How does the implant work?
The implant is a microscopic tube made of a unique, highly biocompatible medical material called SIBS (also used in cardiac stents). The tube is inserted from inside the eye directly under the conjunctiva, draining fluid out to form a filtering bleb. Because the tube's diameter is precisely engineered, it regulates the drainage rate and prevents extreme drops in pressure (a condition known as hypotony) common in classic surgeries.
Advantage for the Patient
The procedure is faster and has fewer complications compared to trabeculectomy. Recovery is more predictable and straightforward, and studies show extremely high efficacy in lowering intraocular pressure. It is one of the most revolutionary implants in the field today.