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