An Effective Approach to a Proven Therapy

Why the BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant? Unique design combines a large surface area implanted in a single quadrant. More surface area provides: More effective long-term IOP control1,2 Increased drainage capacity2 Potentially fewer postoperative anti-glaucoma medications1,2

Single-quadrant BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant May Provide: Easier implantation1 Less trauma to periocular tissue than multiple quadrants2 Minimal inflammation2 Improved control of IOP as a result of minimizing inflammation2

Single Implant Surface Area (mm2) 1 3 4

The Advantages of the BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Single-quadrant insertion1 Technically easier surgery, requiring only one conjunctival incision compared to 2-quadrant implants1,2 Reduced surgical time2 Less trauma to periocular tissue2

The Advantages of the BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Patented bleb control mechanism Fenestrations allow fibrotic tissue growth, ‘riveting’ bleb to sclera1,5,6 Designed to control bleb height and volume1,6 Secures the plate in place6 Minimizes potential for ocular motility disturbances6

The Glaucoma Implant – Designed for Ideal Pars Plana Implantation Exclusive Hofmann Elbow directs the drainage tube for proper placement in the posterior chamber and eliminates the need for trimming or modification.

BAERVELDT® Pars Plana Glaucoma Implant – Designed for Clinical Success Excellent IOP control1 Visual acuity remained the same or improved in 83% of patients (10 out of 12)7 No reported cases of vitreous incarceration Reference 8

An Implant Designed from the Surgeon’s Perspective Unique design with Hofmann Elbow facilitates proper placement in the posterior chamber Eliminates the need to trim or modify the drainage tube for insertion through the pars plana Eliminates concerns over potential straightening of the tube

The BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implants – Effective Implant Designs Large surface area for effective IOP control1 Low implant profile helps reduce complications1 Single-quadrant insertion for installation with less trauma than double plate Fenestrations minimize bleb height and volume to reduce ocular motility disturbances1,5,6

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

BAERVELDT® Glaucoma Implant Surgical Technique

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