Trabeculectomy is a surgical drainage procedure aimed to reduce the pressure in the eye.  The consent is an essential part of the whole process, as it allows the patient to understand the complexities  and potential challenges of the surgery.  Postoperative care is also critical and by explaining the reasons behind following the instructions, the success rates for the patient/surgeon are optimised.  This video outlines the important parts of the consent and followed by a detailed discussion on particular aspects.