When use XEN?
Why use XEN?
- Significant reduction and sustained mid-to-low teen IOP (p<0.001)4
- Short duration, micro-incisional procedure (~10 minutes when experienced)1,14
- Favourable safety suited to first line glaucoma surgery (POAG) where previous medical treatments have failed2,4
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