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GITS
A Breakthrough in Advanced Glaucoma Surgery

What is GITS?

 

Glaucoma Intrascleral Tube Surgery (GITS) is an innovative procedure developed by Dr Ahmed Elbably to help patients with advanced and complex glaucoma. It was designed to overcome the main limitations of existing glaucoma tube surgeries, such as the Preserflo MicroShunt, which can fail in up to 30–40% of cases due to scar tissue blocking the outer opening of the tube.

With GITS, Dr Elbably created a scleral lake — a protective chamber inside the wall of the eye. The outer opening of the tube sits safely within this lake, shielded by a flap, which prevents scarring from blocking it. This unique design has increased surgical success rates to up to 95% in complex cases.

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Why GITS?

Patients with advanced glaucoma often face a lack of effective options, particularly when traditional surgeries have failed. These patients are more prone to scarring, which makes conventional treatments less effective.

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This is where GITS excels

 

  • Provides a safe and effective alternative for difficult glaucoma cases.

  • Less invasive than traditional glaucoma surgeries (though not classified as “minimally invasive”).

  • Offers a reliable solution when other options have been exhausted.

Who Can Benefit from GITS?

  • Patients with advanced glaucoma.

  • Those who have undergone previous failed surgeries.

  • Individuals at high risk of scarring, where traditional surgery has low success.

Proven and Recognised Worldwide

  • Published in the prestigious Eye Journal.

  • Presented at the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology (2025) with wide acceptance.

  • Best top five videos in American Glaucoma Society 2025.

  • Delivered in multiple international lectures.

  • Upcoming Instructional Course at ESCRS 2025, Copenhagen.

  • Rapidly gaining recognition among glaucoma specialists globally.

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A New Hope for Complex Glaucoma

For many patients with advanced disease, GITS represents a life-changing opportunity. By addressing the core problem of surgical failure — scarring — this innovative procedure restores hope where standard approaches often fall short.

 

👉 If you or a loved one are struggling with advanced glaucoma, fill out our consultation form to find out if GITS is right for you.
👉 For professionals seeking more information or training in GITS, contact us to learn about upcoming opportunities.

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