Insight Into Glaucoma Treatment in the Early 1900s: Harvey Cushing's 1905 Operation

摘要: Rapid advances in understanding glaucoma occurred following the invention of ophthalmoscope mid-19th century. To our knowledge, attempts by neurosurgeon Harvey Cushing, MD, to cure condition during his years at Johns Hopkins Hospital have never been previously reported. The surgical records from 1896 through 1912 were reviewed. A case which Cushing attempted a for patient diagnosed as having was selected review. In 1905, performed extirpation superior cervical ganglion believed chronic experiencing an acute episode who had underwent bilateral iridectomies. reported stabilization vision and decreased pain after procedure. Respected undertook treatment turn 20th His approach provides insight into contemporary therapies pathophysiology.