David Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, recalls a case from early in his career managing bilateral diabetic macular edema.
The patient was treated with frequent intravitreal triamcinolone injections, leading to severe steroid-induced glaucoma and valve implants.
Leaders revisit a memorable case from earlier in their careers, reflecting on how evolving knowledge, techniques, and technologies have transformed the way such cases are managed today.
This case features David Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, soon after fellowship in Boston, involving bilateral diabetic macular edema.
The patient developed severe steroid-induced glaucoma requiring valves in both eyes after treatment with frequent intravitreal triamcinolone.
Author's summary: Ophthalmologist David Eichenbaum shares a memorable case.