Rosal
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Has anyone had the iSTENT inject inserted and has it helped lower pressure, and do you know if it is safe over the long term? Any info would be appreciated. Many thanks.
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lester19220 ros94027
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It takes a long time to know the results of something new.
lester19220 ros94027
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Just learned from the National Glaucoma Foundation that these stents were voluntarily removed from the market by the manufacturer. Call your opthalmologist.
ros94027 lester19220
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Thanks, Lester. Are you talking about the iSTENT? I know the CY-PASS stent has been recalled. This I think is different.
mady301 ros94027
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The I Stent has been widely used, Glaukos website has several references, which report a good safety profile and effectiveness. A five year study results were recently posted in Helio confirming a long term reduced IOP. I will have the IStent implanted next week, and am hopefully it will be successful.