Glaucoma Surgery Studied In Medicare Patients, New Hope For People With End-stage Glaucoma Jul 8, 2008
In the United States, primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is the most common type ... (June 12, 2007) Individuals with a high pulse pressure appear to have an increased risk for high-tension open-angle glaucoma, according to a new article. (Science Daily)
New Device Saves Vision Before Glaucoma Hits Jul 7, 2008
"I feel like it saved my vision, said Martha Zollicoffer, 71, of Henderson, N.C., whose left eye was already robbed of vision due to glaucoma. If I'd had sudden glaucoma with the state that my (right) eye was in, I could've been blind. There are no symptoms associated with open-angle glaucoma but narrow angle glaucoma can present headaches, blurred vision and seeing colored halos or colored rings around lights in the evening, Asrani said. If you have these symptoms, you should see an... (Fox News)
Glaucoma Treatment Can Prevent Blindness Jul 4, 2008
The most common in the United States is called primary open-angle glaucoma. In the United States, many people have ocular hypertension, which is a precursor to glaucoma. (MEDLINEplus)
Diabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma Risk May 6, 2008
A recent study in the journal Ophthalmology found that women with diabetes have about a 70 percent increased risk of developing the most common form of glaucoma -- primary open-angle glaucoma -- compared to women without diabetes ... Primary open-angle glaucoma affects an estimated 2 million Americans, according to the U.S. National Eye Institute, and it is one of the leading causes of blindness. (MEDLINEplus)
QLT initiates phase II study of punctal plug drug delivery system for glaucoma & ocular hypertension Mar 31, 2008
"I believe that a punctal plug drug delivery system could be a catalyst for a paradigm shift in how glaucoma is treated and this clinical study is a critical first step in evaluating a component of this system, and it's potential to help patients manage their disease. If successful, these plugs could eliminate the patient's dosing dependency and possibly provide consistent 24-hour control for intraocular pressure (IOP). Our goal in 2008 is to deliver drug in a punctal plug delivery system to... (PR Newswire)
New surgery advances glaucoma treatment Mar 21, 2008
The most common type, open-angle glaucoma, accounts for about 19 percent of all blindness among African-Americans. Glaucoma often causes no pain or noticeable symptoms until vision loss begins. (News & Observer)
Glaucoma associated with increased risk of cardiovascular death in ... Mar 15, 2008
The most common type, primary open-angle glaucoma, is especially prevalent in populations of African origin, including African-Americans, in which it is the foremost cause of blindness ... However, the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases was 38 percent higher in individuals with a previous diagnosis or treatment for open-angle glaucoma and 91 percent higher in those treated with one particular beta-blocker agent ... The researchers write in "Open-angle Glaucoma and Mortality" that "one... (News-Medical.net)
Glaucoma Raises Risk of Death in Blacks Mar 15, 2008
"The most common type, primary open-angle glaucoma, is especially prevalent in populations of African origin, in which it is the foremost cause of blindness.". In addition to higher rates of open-angle glaucoma, black populations also tend to have higher rates of death from chronic disease and high pressure within their eyes (ocular hypertension) relative to white populations ... In open-angle glaucoma, fluid cannot drain properly from the eyeball, leading to increased pressure within the eye... (MEDLINEplus)
Don't Leave Your Vision to Chance on World Glaucoma Day Mar 5, 2008
- Leading Glaucoma Experts Act to Help Prevent Vision Loss as 50 Percent of Patients Remain Undiagnosed LONDON, March 5 /CNW/ - On the first World Glaucoma Day (March 6, 2008), leading glaucoma experts globally are asking those who may be at risk of the condition not to leave their vision to chance - with a clear message that 50 percent of people with open-angle glaucoma and more than 50 percent of people with angle-closure glaucoma are unaware they have it ... Its current product line includes... (Canada Newswire)
UI research focuses on glaucoma gene Feb 19, 2008
"It's unlike an infection, where a new antibiotic can be tested right away," he said, adding that a slowly progressing disease like open-angle glaucoma makes it difficult to see the effects of drugs. Nonetheless, his colleague's findings could eventually lead to blood tests for earlier diagnosis, Kwon said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Role Identified For Glaucoma Gene And Related Signaling Pathway Feb 18, 2008
12, 2007) Individuals with a high pulse pressure appear to have an increased risk for high-tension open-angle glaucoma, according to a new article. Researchers have previously examined the role of vascular. (Science Daily)
International Survey Shows People Over Forty Ignore Risk of Blindness Oct 2, 2007
The two most common forms are: - Open-angle glaucoma - when the pressure in the eye increases over time due to poor drainage of the aqueous humour ... People who are more likely to develop it: - Have high eye pressure(5) - Are markedly nearsighted(5) - Have a family history of glaucoma(5) - Are of African descent (open-angle glaucoma)(5) - Are of Asian descent (angle-closure glaucoma)(1) - Have high blood pressure(6) The only modifiable glaucoma risk factor is high eye pressure, also known as... (Canada Newswire)
Genetic Cause of Form of Glaucoma Identified Aug 15, 2007
"This is an important advance because exfoliative glaucoma is the most common form of open-angle glaucoma with an identifiable cause," said Dr. Richard K. Lee, assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Open-angle glaucoma accounts for more than 70 percent of all glaucoma cases. (MEDLINEplus)
Media Advisory - Breakthrough study into glaucoma 15 years in the making Jun 21, 2007
The results will have an enormous impact across the nation, since almost 250,000 Canadians have open-angle glaucoma. Half of those affected are unaware because the disease typically progresses unnoticed until vision loss is permanent. (Canada Newswire)
Blood Pressure Linked to Glaucoma Jun 21, 2007
Subjects with higher pulse pressures had a 32 percent greater likelihood of having glaucoma -- specifically the type known as open-angle glaucoma --than those with lower pulse pressures, the researchers report in the Archives of Ophthalmology. Hulsman and colleagues conclude that "blood pressure determinants could be interpreted as possible risk factors for open-angle-glaucoma.". (Newsmax)
Blood Pressure Trouble Leaves Eyes at Risk for Glaucoma Jun 14, 2007
TUESDAY, June 12 (HealthDay News) -- People with high pulse pressure -- the difference between systolic (beating heart rate) and diastolic (resting heart rate) blood pressure readings -- may be at increased risk for high-tension open-angle glaucoma, an eye disease involving the loss of certain retinal cells and atrophy of the optic nerve, experts say. Researchers in the Netherlands studied more than 5,300 people, including 215 with probable or definite open-angle glaucoma ... They also checked... (MEDLINEplus)
High Arterial Pulse Pressure Associated With High-tension Open-angle Glaucoma Jun 13, 2007
Individuals with a high pulse pressure (the difference between the systolic [top number] and diastolic [bottom number] blood pressure), appear to have an increased risk for high-tension open-angle glaucoma, according to a new article. Researchers have previously examined the role of vascular factors in the development of open-angle glaucoma, an eye disease often associated with increased intra-ocular pressure and that involves loss of certain retinal cells and atrophy of the optic nerve,... (Science Daily)
Glaucoma May Not Progress In Certain People Mar 30, 2007
In the most common type of glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, fluid cannot drain properly from the eyeball, leading to increased pressure within the eye and resulting in damage to the optic nerve. It may be treated with medication to lower pressure in the eye, and surgery may be performed to restore normal drainage. (MEDLINEplus)
Alacrity Biosciences Raises $8.45 Million in Private Financing Mar 5, 2007
ALTY-0601 reduces intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or primary open-angle glaucoma. The worldwide glaucoma market is valued at more than $4B and has been growing at approximately 10% per year. (Primezone Releases)
Model Can Predict Risk Of Glaucoma In Patients With Elevated Eye Pressure Dec 27, 2006
Open-angle glaucoma is the most common form of glaucoma and one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States ... Between 4 and 8 percent of Americans over 40 have elevated intraocular pressure, putting them at increased risk for open-angle glaucoma ... The drops reduced pressure in the eye by approximately 20 percent and the risk of open-angle glaucoma by more than 50 percent. (Science Daily)
Major Visual Disorders In People Over 40 May Be Costing U.S. Economy Billions Dec 13, 2006
These diseases include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, primary open-angle glaucoma and refractive errors, which are correctable with glasses or contact lenses. In addition to direct medical costs, other direct costs, such as nursing home health care, are related to these major visual disorders. (Science Daily)
Vision Problems Among Those Over 40 Costly Dec 12, 2006
As the population ages, millions of Americans have visual impairment, blindness or other eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, primary open-angle glaucoma and refractive errors. Total costs include not only direct medical costs, but nursing home health care, the study found. (Health-Finder)
New Model Predicts Glaucoma Risk Nov 17, 2006
Elevated eye pressure increases the risk for open-angle glaucoma, one of the most common forms of glaucoma and one of the leading causes of blindness in the world, affecting about 70 million people. The findings were slated for presentation Tuesday at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, in Las Vegas. (MEDLINEplus)
Health notes Oct 12, 2006
Discover Vision Centers at 4741 S Cochise Drive is now offering a new laser treatment for patients with open-angle glaucoma. The center began offering this cutting-edge treatment to its Olathe patients in February, and will have this service available at its Northland office later this month. (The Examiner)
Genesis and Beijing Pharmaceuticals Partner Announce Four New Drugs and Revenues Increase May 11, 2006
-- Exclusive new drug curing open-angle glaucoma, alpha-2 Receptor Excitant-brimonidine tartrate material and eye drops (Muxin) was approved by the State SFDA (registration number of approval: SDPD H20041215), and came to market in September; the sales in three months totaled RMB $244,000 with a profit of $100,000. -- Levofloxacin Lactate Freeze-Dry Powder Injection (Junxin), the broad spectrum antibiotic ranks first on use level in the world was approved by the State SFDA (registration number... (Primezone Releases)
Studies show glaucoma is genetic Apr 4, 2006
Open-angle glaucoma the most common affliction in most countries is caused by a gradual blockage of the eyes drainage channels ... Adjunct Associate Professor Au Eong Kah Guan, head and senior consultant, ophthalmology and visual sciences department at the Alexandra Hospital, said: Myopia is a risk factor for open-angle glaucoma ... One of his patients, Eunice, a retired academic in her 60s with open-angle glaucoma had severe myopia since her primary school days. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Glaucoma Eye Pressure Higher in Sleep Feb 16, 2006
"High intraocular pressure is recognized, perhaps, as the most important risk factor for the development of open-angle glaucoma and its progression," they said in the editorial. "However, many physiological and environmental conditions can affect intraocular pressure, and a single determination of intraocular pressure during regular clinic hours may not fully reveal its relationship to the optic nerve damage that accrues with glaucoma," they said. (MEDLINEplus)
For Your Benefit Jan 9, 2006
Although open-angle glaucoma cannot be cured, it can usually be controlled with medication. For more information, call the VA Medical Center at 433-7605, visit online at , or call the VA at 1-800-827-1000. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
