Glaucoma Assessment

The Glaucoma Assessment module provides an overview of objectives and components of an initial assessment, including patient histories, examination, and development of a management plan based on findings.

This presentation aims to provide the practicing ophthalmologist with an updated understanding of the assessment of patients with glaucoma or those suspected of having glaucoma. Following the concepts outlined here can translate into improved detection and evaluation of glaucoma and, ultimately, more effective prevention of visual loss and blindness.

This module introduces the aims and 2 key phases of initial glaucoma assessment, followed by separate sections dedicated to history and examination/investigations. At the end of the presentation, participating clinicians should be able to:

• list the 2 phases of initial glaucoma assessment
• obtain a patient's history in a logical, organised and thorough manner
• identify points in the history that may be relevant to the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma
• consider other factors that may impact on glaucoma management
• describe the clinical work-up in the diagnosis of glaucoma, and
• understand the concepts behind the different tests and procedures used to diagnose and evaluate glaucoma.

The final slide lists key take-home messages from the presentation.

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