Glaucoma, a disease that causes blindness due to damage to the optic nerves inside the eye as a result of increased intraocular pressure, can lead to permanent vision loss if the damage continues. The symptoms of glaucoma can be almost negligible. The most important factor in diagnosing glaucoma is regular eye examinations. It is especially important for individuals over the age of 40 and those with a family history of glaucoma to undergo regular eye examinations.
How is Glaucoma Diagnosed?
Glaucoma can only be diagnosed through medical examinations. After measuring intraocular pressure, assessing optic nerve pressure and retinal health, glaucoma can be diagnosed through visual field tests and optic nerve fiber analysis using OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
Types of Glaucoma
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Treatment of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a dangerous disease that can cause permanent blindness if left untreated. Our doctors consider the patient's overall health condition and may follow different methods for the treatment of glaucoma. The treatments for glaucoma include:
- Medication therapy
- Laser therapy
- Surgical operation (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery, GATT)