Healio

What Methods Are Available to Break an Acute Attack of Angle-Closure Glaucoma?

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . An acute angle-closure glaucoma attack is one of the few true ophthalmic emergencies. Presenting symptoms ...
Nature

Associated factors of acute primary angle closure glaucoma in a sub-group of Chinese people: comparison between attack eyes and normal controls

APACG is characterized by a suddenly increased intraocular pressure (IOP) caused by acute angle closure, If not treated urgently and effectively, it may lead to permanent vision loss. Asian people, ...
Medscape

Bisphosphonate Use Linked to Increased Risk for Acute Angle Closure in Patients With Osteoporosis

The use of bisphosphonates, particularly risedronate, in patients with osteoporosis is linked to a higher risk for acute angle closure but not open-angle glaucoma. Researchers conducted a ...
Nature

Cyclodiode laser in the treatment of acute angle closure

To describe the outcome of using diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation (cyclodiode laser) as a safe technique in managing acute angle closure refractory to conventional treatment. All five ...