06/23/26
Aqueous misdirection is a rare but serious secondary angle-closure glaucoma that can occur spontaneously or after intraocular surgery. When recognized early, this condition can sometimes be controlled with medical and laser therapy, particularly as initial treatment, though definitive surgery is still required in many cases. In this Review of Ophthalmology article, Wills Eye glaucoma specialist Ping Huang, MD, shares her approaches for managing the condition.