Bleb Associated Xen Gel Stent Endophthalmitis: A Case Report and Review of Literature.
Mridula DilipZachary KoretzManuel A Paez-EscamillaEmily HughesJosé Alain SahelIan ConnerMarie-Hélène ErreraPublished in: Ocular immunology and inflammation (2022)
Endophthalmitis can occur as late as 2 years after implantation of glaucoma drainage device implants (GDIs) like the Xen gel stent if bleb flattening or leaking leads to contact of the stent with the conjunctiva. Therefore, in case of blebs getting flat, ophthalmologists should watch them more often. Intravitreal antibiotics may also be effective rather than surgical removal in the case of a non-eroded stent complicated by endophthalmitis.