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The Asymptomatic PAC Suspect: LPI or No LPI?

Authors :
Tanaka, George
Source :
Review of Ophthalmology. Sep2018, Vol. 25 Issue 9, p44-52. 6p.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

The article focuses on the need for physicians to reconsider performing a laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) in healthy patients with narrow angles. The design of Ocular Hypertension Treatment Study (OHTS) to reveal whether medical treatment lowered the risk of glaucoma development is mentioned. A chart is presented depicting Angle-Closure Disease Staging and Treatment.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10810226
Volume :
25
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Review of Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
131672000