Resources and Information
»Glaucoma Watch STAGING
Jun 16 2008
Altered Nitric Oxide System in Patients with Open-Angle Glaucoma
This recent study found evidence of an altered ocular nitric oxide/arginine system in patients with glaucoma; normalizing this system, which in turn normalizes ocular blood flow, may be beneficial in neuroprotection of retinal ganglion cells
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»Glaucoma Watch STAGING
Apr 04 2008
The Prevalence of Open-angle Glaucoma Among Blacks and Whites 73 Years and Older
The fourth round of the Salisbury Eye Evaluation Glaucoma Study reported that the prevalence of glaucoma increased significantly for those 75 years and older compared to those 73-74 years of age.
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»Glaucoma Watch STAGING
Feb 29 2008
Oxidative Stress in Glaucoma: A Burden of Evidence
This synthesis of several studies discusses the role of oxidative stress in glaucoma. Evidence from these studies suggests that oxidative free radicals, whether induced by ischemia or elevation of IOP, result in apoptosis and death of retinal ganglion cells and progressive vision loss in glaucoma.
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»Clinical Guidelines STAGING
Feb 07 2008
Nine-Year Changes in Intraocular Pressure: The Barbadoes Eye Studies
This longitudinal study found that intraocular pressure (IOP) in people of African descent did not significantly change over a nine-year period. In addition, the study found that increasing age was not associated with increasing IOP.
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»Glaucoma Watch STAGING
Sep 25 2007
Interview with Dr. Barry Barresi
Dr. Jim Thimons interviews Dr. Barry Barresi, President of the New England Eye Institute and Professor of Health Policy at the New England College of Optometry. Supported by an educational grant from Allergan, Inc.
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»Pharmacology Update STAGING
Jul 17 2007
Mechanism of IOP Reduction with Travoprost
The mechanism of IOP lowering produced by travoprost is the increasing of outflow facility, primarily via the trabecular meshwork.
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»Glaucoma Watch STAGING
Jun 08 2007
Is the Optic Disc "Sinking" or "Cupping" in Glaucoma?
Understanding how and why the pathognomonic, arcuate visual field defects are produced in the early stages of glaucoma may provide important clues in elucidating the pathogenesis of glaucoma.
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»Clinical Guidelines STAGING
May 21 2007
Implications of Macro-Disc Asymmetry in Glaucoma Suspects
The detection of cup to disc asymmetry has long been recognized as a diagnostic finding in glaucoma. Recent studies have indicated the importance of vertical c/d asymmetries. This original study indicates that optic disc area asymmetry may also be a significant factor when evaluating patients demonstrating enlarged (macro) optic disc areas.
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