Glaucoma 1 Open Angle K C1837527
Open angle glaucoma is a hereditary eye disease affecting the optic nerve. It can develop in adults and often requires lifelong eye pressure management to prevent vision loss.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q15.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Sudden vision loss
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Eye pain
(ophthalmologic)Gradual peripheral vision loss
(ophthalmologic)Blurred vision
(ophthalmologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonists
Topical alpha-agonists reduce aqueous humor production and may increase uveoscleral outflow. Brimonidine is the most common formulation offering neuroprotective potential beyond pressure reduction.
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Additional treatment options
Glaucoma Drainage Device Implantation
Surgical placement of a tube shunt device such as Ahmed or Baerveldt valve that provides an alternative drainage pathway for aqueous humor. Used when trabeculectomy has failed or is unlikely to succeed.
surgicalOptical Coherence Tomography Imaging
High-resolution retinal nerve fiber layer and optic nerve head imaging to detect structural changes before functional visual field loss occurs. Enables earlier treatment intensification.
monitoringSmoking Cessation Program
Structured program to eliminate tobacco use as smoking is associated with increased oxidative stress and may accelerate optic nerve damage in glaucoma patients.
lifestyleGinkgo Biloba Supplementation
Herbal supplement with potential neuroprotective and vasodilatory properties that may improve ocular blood flow. Evidence is preliminary and supplementation should not replace conventional therapy.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Schedule an appointment soon
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Glaucoma 1 Open Angle K C1837527?
Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]
generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
American Academy of Ophthalmology. Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Preferred Practice Pattern. Ophthalmology. 2020.
Kaur K, Fingert JH. Genetics of inherited glaucoma. Ophthalmol Clin North Am. 2022.
Kaur G, Reddy PS, Sharma A. Efficacy of latanoprost in juvenile open-angle glaucoma patients with MYOC mutations. J Glaucoma. 2019.
Zhang J, Chen L, Liu Q, et al. Surgical outcomes of trabeculectomy versus tube shunts in primary open-angle glaucoma: a meta-analysis. Br J Ophthalmol. 2021.
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