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Glaucoma suspects: A practical approach
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Ahmad SS
Taiwan J Ophthalmol
2018[Apr]; 8
(2
): 74-81
PMID30038885
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Glaucoma suspects are controversial clinical dilemmas. These individuals harbor
certain risk factors or demonstrate some clinical features suggestive of an
increased probability to develop glaucomatous optic atrophy in the future. These
characteristics range from high intraocular pressure; optic disc, visual field,
or retinal nerve fiber layer abnormalities; or abnormal angles to a positive
family history of glaucoma and other risk factors. Individuals having these
characteristics should be assessed diligently before a diagnosis of glaucoma is
made. Glaucoma is a chronic, lifelong condition, having a negative impact on the
quality of life, with an increased risk of medication-related side-effects,
adverse economic impacts, and the need for lifestyle changes in the patient.
Overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment of such individuals is bereft of any
advantage. This review aims to provide a practical blueprint for the proper
diagnosis and management of such glaucoma suspects.