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
Apr 24, 2013 |
not rated yet |
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
Jan 30, 2013 |
not rated yet |
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
Jan 02, 2013 |
not rated yet |
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
Jun 26, 2012 |
not rated yet |
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
Apr 26, 2012 |
not rated yet |
0
|