Recovering a Xen Gel Stent Implant

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Javier Bóveda Alvarez, MD, demonstrates his technique to recover the function of a Xen Gel Stent. He says that the type of scar tissue shown in this video can limit the function of the MIGS device, making it difficult to be removed with standard needling techniques.

Posted: 10/10/2023

Recovering a Xen Gel Stent Implant

Javier Bóveda Alvarez, MD, demonstrates his technique to recover the function of a Xen Gel Stent. He says that the type of scar tissue shown in this video can limit the function of the MIGS device, making it difficult to be removed with standard needling techniques.

Posted: 10/10/2023

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