News tagged with open angle glaucoma


Identification of specific genetic variants associated with common eye disorders could improve treatment and prevention

The eye is covered by a clear and protective layer called the cornea, and abnormal thickness of the cornea can result in eye disease. An international research team including Chiea Chuen Khor of the A*STAR ...

Genetics created Apr 24, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

DNA analysis reveals genetic variants that make individuals susceptible to form of glaucoma prevalent in Asian countries

Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in the world. A form known as primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) predominantly affects Europeans and Africans, whereas primary closed angle glaucoma ...

Genetics created Jan 30, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researchers identify an early predictor for glaucoma

A new study finds that certain changes in blood vessels in the eye's retina can be an early warning that a person is at increased risk for glaucoma, an eye disease that slowly robs people of their peripheral vision. Using ...

Ophthalmology created Jan 02, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Glaucoma stent approved

(HealthDay) -- An ocular stent that's designed to reduce inner-eye pressure among people with mild or moderate open-angle glaucoma has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Ophthalmology created Jun 26, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study links genes to common forms of glaucoma

Results from the largest genetic study of glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness and vision loss worldwide, showed that two genetic variations are associated with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG), a common form of the disease. ...

Genetics created Apr 26, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast