Is Atropine Used in Malignant Glaucoma? Understanding the Paradoxical Treatment
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Malignant glaucoma, also known as aqueous misdirection, is a rare and severe form of secondary angle-closure glaucoma that often follows intraocular surgery. Unlike other types of angle-closure glaucoma where it is contraindicated, topical atropine is a crucial part of the initial medical therapy for malignant glaucoma. This seemingly paradoxical treatment is effective due to the unique underlying mechanism of the disease.
