Glaucoma: What should the general practitioner know?

Glaucoma is a sight-threatening condition. A general practitioner (GP) should be able to diagnose glaucoma, know about the different management options, and refer appropriately. The aim of this paper is to provide a background to glaucoma, and describe the assessment and management of glaucoma patie...

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Main Author: M.J. Labuschagne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2013-04-01
Series:South African Family Practice
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Online Access:https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/3807
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Summary:Glaucoma is a sight-threatening condition. A general practitioner (GP) should be able to diagnose glaucoma, know about the different management options, and refer appropriately. The aim of this paper is to provide a background to glaucoma, and describe the assessment and management of glaucoma patients. The role of the GP in the management of glaucoma and in creating awareness of glaucoma is put into perspective.
ISSN:2078-6190
2078-6204