Abstract:… Introduction: Glaucoma constitutes a group of ocular diseases characterized byoptic nerve damage and loss of visual field, usually associated with elevated IOP. Although theelevation of IOP beyond normal values is not necessary for the occurrence of glaucomatousdamage, it is currently thought to be a major risk factor. Glaucoma is one of principal causes ofblindness in the world. The primary aim of POAG treatment is to prevent functional visualimpairment with in patient’s life time by slowing the rate of gan… Show more
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