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The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Glaucoma – An Update

Version 1 : Received: 25 December 2023 / Approved: 26 December 2023 / Online: 28 December 2023 (02:26:28 CET)

How to cite: Allison, K.; Morabito, K. A.; DeAngelis, M. M.; Patel, D. The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Glaucoma – An Update. Preprints 2023, 2023121960. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1960.v1 Allison, K.; Morabito, K. A.; DeAngelis, M. M.; Patel, D. The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Glaucoma – An Update. Preprints 2023, 2023121960. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1960.v1

Abstract

Glaucoma poses a serious public health concern as it is the second leading cause of blindness after cataracts, while also being the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Glaucoma is more prevalent among Black, Latino, and Asian populations and it is essential to examine both racial and ethnic disparities that exist in treatment and prevention. As the number of people with glaucoma continues to grow, it is important to review aspects of this condition in order to better care for those affected. This article will review significant forms of glaucoma and what differentiates them in a diagnosis, treatment options, and recommendations on prevention and improving awareness

Keywords

Glaucoma; epidemiology of glaucoma; open angle glaucoma; blindness; disparities in glaucoma treatment and diagnosis

Subject

Medicine and Pharmacology, Ophthalmology

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