Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Molteno Implants

Devices implanted to control intraocular pressure by allowing aqueous fluid to drain from the anterior chamber. (Hoffman, Pocket Glossary of Ophthalmologic Terminology, 1989)

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Abstract

Devices implanted to control intraocular pressure by allowing aqueous fluid to drain from the anterior chamber. (Hoffman, Pocket Glossary of Ophthalmologic Terminology, 1989)

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Implants, Molteno
  • Molteno Shunts
  • Shunts, Molteno

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, microbiology, parasitology, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, supply & distribution, trends, veterinary, virology.

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  • Glaucoma/surgery (1980-1994)
  • Implants, Artificial (1980-1994)

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  1. E07w.695w.250w.500

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Molteno Implants. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D018465. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D018465
  2. Molteno Implants. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73467927