Opthalmology

Unit 7: Gradual Loss of Vision

3: Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG)

Introduction

Primary open angle glaucoma is:

  • A progressive optic neuropathy, which is associated with optic nerve head damage and visual field loss, typically with raised intraocular pressure (IOP).
  • By far the most common glaucoma, affecting 2% of those >40 years, and 10% >80 years. Untreated, it is a progressive disease.
Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG)

Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG)

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