Eye Care

Comprehensive ophthalmologists underestimated the likelihood that optic discs had signs of glaucoma almost one-fourth of the time compared with judgments by glaucoma specialists, according to the results of a new study.

Although clinical trials have indicated that intraocular pressure-lowering medications are effective in patients with open-angle glaucoma, new research suggests that the medications may not be as effective in real-world settings.

A lack of warning signs can delay detection and treatment of glaucoma.

Insomnia is one of the most prevalent patient complaints, ranking third after headaches and the common cold.

Based on a review of studies on the risks and benefits of early screening and treatment for glaucoma, the United States Preventive Services Task Force concluded that it could not recommend for or against screening for asymptomatic adults.

Of the 50 million people in the United States diagnosed with some form of arthritis, 300,000 are children, whose symptoms are similar to those seen in adults with the condition.

Many glaucoma patients take vitamin supplements as part of their therapy, but a new study finds little evidence that they help prevent the condition from developing.

More than a dozen states now allow medical marijuana as a treatment for glaucoma, although medical opinions of its suitability are mixed.

Based on a review of almost 100 trials and studies, researchers determined that the available evidence was too limited to support or oppose primary open-angle glaucoma screening in adults.

An international consortium of researchers has discovered 3 genetic anomalies associated with primary angle closure glaucoma (PACG), which may help lead to the development of new treatments.

Supplements for age-related eye disease may be appropriate for some older patients.

The recently approved stent is implanted in conjunction with cataract surgery and is designed to decrease intraocular pressure.

Children receiving recombinant growth hormone appear to experience increased intraocular pressure, which is associated with glaucoma.

Taking statins appears to reduce the risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, according to the results of a recent study.

Older glaucoma patients are likely to be less adherent to medication and more wary of falling, recent studies indicate.

Pharmacists can play an important role in ensuring adherence to medication for glaucoma patients to help them avoid irreversible vision loss.

A nationwide glaucoma screening program for African Americans, who are at particularly high risk for the condition, could be clinically effective.

Studies investigating the problem of poor adherence to glaucoma medication administered in eye drops find a variety of culprits.

Those with a history of cocaine use have a significantly increased risk of developing glaucoma and tend to develop it at a much younger age, a study finds.

Researchers have uncovered some of the mechanics of how intraocular pressure is regulated at the cellular level.

Stressing mice with simulated glaucoma by reducing their oxygen intake reduced their rate of vision loss, researchers report.

Keeping patients educated and adherent to treatment can help prevent further vision loss due to glaucoma.