Lasers in Dermatology and Medicine pp 33-52 | Cite as
Laser/Light Application in Ophthalmology: Control of Intraocular Pressure
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The term “glaucoma” refers to a group of disorders that share common phenotypes. There are over 20 different subtypes of glaucoma. The glaucomas are defined by a characteristic loss of retinal ganglion cell axons leading to a progressive optic neuropathy that is related to intraocular pressure (IOP). If untreated, glaucoma can cause visual disability and even blindness. Although elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is no longer formally part of the definition, it is recognized as the major risk factor for progression of the disease.
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Glaucoma Intraocular pressure Laser applications Laser iridotomy Laser iridoplasty Laser trabeculoplasty CyclophotocoagulationFurther Reading
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