Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a specific pattern of diseases that damage the optic nerve and cause irreversible blindness. The optic nerve carries the images we see to the brain. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness among older people in the U.S. Sometimes called the "silent thief of sight," glaucoma can affect a person's sight before they realize they have the disease. While there is no known cure, loss of sight is largely preventable if glaucoma is caught and treated early.
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January 15, 2021
Week in Review: Glaucoma trials, artificial cornea, home-based care
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A weekly roundup of ophthalmic news from around the web.
January 8, 2021
Week in review: Faricimab durability, mysterious floaters, frosty eyes
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A weekly roundup of ophthalmic news from around the web.