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(H40.1) Primary open-angle glaucoma
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4 314 298 in individuals diagnosis primary open-angle glaucoma confirmed
2 013 deaths with diagnosis primary open-angle glaucoma
Diagnosis primary open-angle glaucoma is diagnosed Women are 12.95% more likely than Men
1 877 820
Men receive the diagnosis primary open-angle glaucoma
944 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis primary open-angle glaucoma
1 069 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease primary open-angle glaucoma - Men and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features primary open-angle glaucoma
Absence or low individual and public risk
Primary open-angle glaucoma - what does this mean
Primary open-angle glaucoma is a condition in which the pressure inside the eye increases due to a blockage in the drainage canals, causing damage to the optic nerve and resulting in vision loss. this blockage is usually caused by an abnormally high production of aqueous humor, which is a fluid in the eye that helps maintain the eye’s pressure.
What happens during the disease - primary open-angle glaucoma
Primary open-angle glaucoma is a progressive eye disorder that occurs when the drainage canals in the eye become blocked, causing an increase in intraocular pressure. this increased pressure causes damage to the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss. it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, such as age, race, and certain medications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Comprehensive eye examination
- Tonometry to measure eye pressure
- Visual field testing to check peripheral vision
- Ophthalmoscopy to check the optic nerve
- Gonioscopy to examine the drainage angle
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT) to evaluate the retinal nerve fiber layer
- Pachymetry to measure corneal thickness
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce intraocular pressure and prevent further vision loss.
- Prescription of topical medications such as prostaglandin analogs, beta blockers, alpha agonists, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
- Laser trabeculoplasty.
- Laser iridotomy.
- Filtering surgery.
- Implantation of a shunt.
- Regular monitoring of intraocular pressure.
- Regular monitoring of the optic nerve.
- Regular monitoring of visual field.
- Regular monitoring of corneal thickness.
- Regular monitoring of ocular health.
- Education of patient about glaucoma.
- Regular eye exams.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Primary open-angle glaucoma - Prevention
Primary open-angle glaucoma is best prevented by regular eye examinations to detect the disease as early as possible, as well as controlling risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and high myopia. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including limiting alcohol intake and avoiding smoking.