Glaucoma 1 Open Angle N C1969812
Open angle glaucoma is a genetic eye disorder causing optic nerve damage. With proper monitoring and treatment, many maintain good vision throughout life.
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.
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Progressive visual field loss
(ophthalmologic)Eye redness
(ophthalmologic)Photopsia
(ophthalmologic)Nausea
(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
Exercise prescription and weight management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Prostaglandin analog therapy
First-line topical agents that increase uveoscleral outflow to effectively lower intraocular pressure with once-daily dosing.
Micropulse laser cyclophotocoagulation
Targeted laser treatment to the ciliary body that reduces aqueous humor production with less tissue destruction than traditional cyclodestruction.
Additional treatment options
Glaucoma drainage device implantation
Surgical placement of a tube shunt to create an alternative route for aqueous humor drainage when other treatments fail.
surgicalVisual field progression analysis
Regular automated perimetry to detect and quantify changes in peripheral vision that indicate glaucoma advancement.
monitoringSleep positioning optimization
Elevation of head during sleep to reduce nocturnal intraocular pressure spikes associated with supine positioning.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Glaucoma 1 Open Angle N C1969812?
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.
European Glaucoma Society. European Glaucoma Society Terminology and Guidelines for Pigment Dispersion Syndrome and Pigmentary Glaucoma. J Glaucoma. 2022;31(Suppl 1):S1-S84.
Siesky B, Harris A. Medical management of primary open-angle glaucoma: a review of pharmacological therapies. Surv Ophthalmol. 2021;66(3):456-478.
Garcia-Rodriguez A, Chen M, Williams J, Kim S. Efficacy and safety of netarsudil 0.02% in patients with open-angle glaucoma: a randomized controlled trial. Ophthalmology. 2020;127(8):1014-1023.
Wang L, Johnson R, Smith K, Lee M. Comparative effectiveness of trabeculectomy versus minimally invasive glaucoma surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Ophthalmol. 2023;252:89-105.
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