Question
How can congenital glaucoma in children be treated effectively?
Answer
Congenital glaucoma, also known as water eye or developmental glaucoma, is more common in males and is caused by abnormal development of the anterior chamber during the embryonic period. Treatment requires surgery to control intraocular pressure, with common procedures including trabeculectomy, trabeculotomy, or trabeculectomy. After surgery, anti-glaucoma medications should be used in conjunction, but these are typically used only for short-term transitional treatment.