Bilateral Sturge-Weber Syndrome and glaucoma controlled with Ahmed valve implant

Abstract

Sturge-Weber Syndrome is a rare neuro-oculocutaneous disorder. The authors describe the case of a 13 years old boy, presented with bilateral Sturge-Weber Syndrome and glaucoma. Surgical treatment with Ahmed valve implantation in both eyes was carried out achieving lower levels of intraocular pressure.

Keywords

• Glaucoma
• Implantes para drenagem de glaucoma
• Síndrome de Sturge-Weber
• Mancha vinho do porto
• Relatos de casos