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Eye Disorder: Glaucoma, Too - Coggle Diagram
Eye Disorder: Glaucoma
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Pathophysiology
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Open- angle glaucoma slowly, drainage canals become clogged, which is higher pressure
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Raised pressure on the retina causes the cells and nerve ganglions in the sensitive retina to die off
Defination
Is a group of disorders characterized by increased IOP and the consequences of elevated pressure, optic nerve atrophy, and peripheral visual field loss
Types of Glaucoma
Open-Angle Glaucoma develeps- slowly, may be associated with diabetes and myopia , and may develop in both eyes simultaneously
Narrow- angle glaucoma- may be associated with eye trauma, various inflammatory processes, and pupillary dilation after the installation of mydriatic drops
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