Cellular and Molecular Biology of Aqueous Humor Dynamics The study of glaucoma deals with factors involved in the pathophysiology of progressive optic neuropathy characterized by “cupping” of the optic disc….
Pupillary Block Glaucomas TERMINOLOGY Primary versus Secondary Angle-Closure Glaucomas Angle closure is characterized by apposition of the peripheral iris against the trabecular meshwork, resulting in obstruction of aqueous outflow (see…
Gonioscopy and Other Techniques for Assessing the Anterior Segment Assessment of the anatomy of the anterior chamber angle by gonioscopy is an essential part of the glaucoma evaluation. The drainage…
Intraocular Pressure and Tonometry INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE What Is Normal? In individuals who are susceptible to glaucoma, “normal” intraocular pressure (IOP) may be defined as that pressure which does not lead…
Glaucomas Associated with Ocular Inflammation Any portion of the eye can be affected by inflammatory processes, including the uveal tract (i.e., uveitis), cornea (i.e., keratitis), sclera (i.e., scleritis), and episclera…
Molecular Genetics and Pharmacogenomics of the Glaucomas This chapter introduces the reader to the shift from a “single gene, rare disease” concept to a “complex and multiple gene disease” model….
Glaucomas Associated with Intraocular Hemorrhage Intraocular hemorrhage is most commonly caused by trauma or surgery. Hyphemas may occur spontaneously in association with several ocular disorders, most of which are discussed…
