Open Angle Glaucomas

Objectives: Upon completion of this conference the resident/student should have an understanding of open angle glaucoma and should be able to

  • Describe the
    • Clinical features, associated disorders and prognosis of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma
    • Clinical features, differential diagnosis, diagnostic evaluation, therapy and prognosis of Normal Tension Glaucoma
    • Definition of and management of Glaucoma Suspect
  • List and describe the Secondary Open Angle Glaucomas including
    • Pseudoexfoliation
    • Pigmentary Glaucoma
    • Lens-Induced Glaucoma
    • Intraocular Tumors
    • Ocular Inflammation
    • Elevated Episcleral Venous Pressure
    • Trauma
    • Steroid and other medication induced glaucoma

Assignment: Please read Chapter 4 Open Angle Glaucoma in the Glaucoma book from the BCSC Series