Pathology-responsive light-triggered conjunctival adhesive implantable hydrogels for effective anti-scarring after glaucoma filtering surgery

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• Effective anti-scarring achieved post-glaucoma filtering surgery with light-triggered hydrogels, indicating innovative therapeutic potential.
• In a controlled setting, notable reductions in scarring were observed, enhancing surgical outcomes for glaucoma patients.
• The analysis focused on pathology-responsive hydrogels that were applied following surgery to help manage scarring effectively.
• These findings emphasize the need for further investigation into long-term outcomes and broader applications of the hydrogels.