21. About Glaucoma: Treatment, Risk Factors, Symptoms, News, Research, Resources glaucoma risk factors, symptoms, healthy choices, frequently asked questions, medical updates, medical illustrations, ask the expert. http://www.ahaf.org/glaucoma/about/glabout.htm

National Glaucoma Research AHAF's National Glaucoma Research (NGR) program was established in 1978 to fund research on and educate the public about glaucoma. Glaucoma, once thought of as a single disease, is actually a broad term for a certain pattern of damage to the optic nerve (the bundle of nerve fibers that carries information from the eye to the brain). This pattern usually occurs in the presence of high intraocular pressure, but contrary to popular belief, glaucoma can occur with normal or even below-normal eye pressure. Worldwide, it is estimated that about 66.8 million people have visual impairment from glaucoma, with 6.7 million suffering from blindness. In the United States, approximately three million people have glaucoma, and of these, as many as 120,000 are blind due the disease. Vision experts estimate that half of those affected may not know they have it because symptoms may not occur during the early stages of the disease. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the United States. Blacks experience glaucoma at a rate of five times that of Whites and experience blindness four times more frequently. Between the ages of 45 and 64, glaucoma is fifteen times more likely to cause blindness in Blacks than in Whites. Vision experts estimate that half of those affected may not know they have it because symptoms may not occur during the early stages of the disease. By the time the patient notices something is wrong, the disease has already caused considerable damage. Unfortunately, the vision lost to glaucoma is gone forever. Medications and surgery can help slow the progression of the disease, but there is no cure.

22. New York Glaucoma Research Institute Home Page Research into the causes, treatment and prevention of glaucoma. http://www.glaucoma.net/nygri/nygri.html

The New York Glaucoma Research Institute (NYGRI) was created to: promote research into the basic causes of Glaucoma. develop new treatments for Glaucoma. develop public education into the treatment of Glaucoma. The physicians at NYGRI conduct research into the causes, treatment and prevention of glaucoma. Established in 1995, NYGRI is at the forefront of innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic advances in the understanding and treatment of glaucoma. To go to the sister website, Glaucoma Associates of New York click the link below. GANY There's a new way to help the New York Glaucoma Research Institute achieve its goals. Visit iGive.com and register us as your charity of choice. Bookmark the sites where you do your shopping on the internet. We get a portion of the sale price. Every little thing you do can help us to provide better treatment and hopefully reach our ultimate goal - a cure for Glaucoma worldwide. About NYGRI Education Glaucoma Network How You Can Help ... Research

23. Children's Glaucoma Foundation: Pediatric Eye Disease, Ophthalmology Children s glaucoma Foundation. CHILDREN S glaucoma a leading cause of childhood blindness. 2000 Children s glaucoma Foundation. http://www.childrensglaucoma.com/

Classification Diagnosis Treatment Frequent Questions ... Children's Glaucoma Foundation CHILDREN'S GLAUCOMA: a leading cause of childhood blindness The information found on the Children's Glaucoma Foundation web site is only intended to educate the public about childhood glaucoma. The information provided is not intended for use in diagnosis, treatment, or any other medical treatment application. There is no warranty on this information and no liability is assumed by the authors or any group. Products mentioned or omitted do not constitute an endorsement. Please seek the advice of a qualified ophthalmologist before making any medical decisions. A nonprofit tax-exempt organization dedicated to supporting programs for children with glaucoma. 2 Longfellow Place, Suite 201 Boston, MA 02114 617-227-3011, fax 617-227-9538 © 2000 Children's Glaucoma Foundation Last updated on May 24, 2004

24. Glaucoma - Grants Applications National glaucoma Research. Your browser cannot view frames, so please visit our noframes section for more information on our glaucoma grants applications. http://www.ahaf.org/glaucoma/research/grants.htm

National Glaucoma Research Your browser cannot view frames, so please visit our no-frames section for more information on our glaucoma grants applications. The no-frames section is also designed to be accessible for person's with disabilities. About Glaucoma

25. XALATAN Pharmacia produced information on this prescription eyedrop that treats patients who suffer from openangle glaucoma. http://www.xalatan.com/

IMS HEALTH, NPA data. Total dispensed prescriptions. March 2003 through February 2004. XALATAN is a prescription medicine used to lower eye pressure, also called intraocular pressure, or IOP, in patients with ocular hypertension (abnormally high IOP) or open-angle glaucoma. Important Safety Information about XALATAN Like all medicines, XALATAN can have side effects. These side effects are usually mild and tolerable and may include blurred vision, burning and stinging, eyelid redness, the feeling that something is in the eye, eye itching, increased pigmentation (darkening) of eye color, or irritation of the clear front surface of the eye. XALATAN may slowly cause darkening of eye color due to increased brown color, darkening of the eyelid and eyelashes, and increased growth and thickness of eyelashes. Color changes can increase as long as XALATAN is administered; eye color changes are likely to be permanent. The health information contained herein is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace discussions with a healthcare provider. All healthcare decisions regarding patient care must be made by a healthcare provider, who will consider the unique characteristics of the patient. Brought to you by Contact Us The product information provided in this site is intended only for residents of the United States.

26. InteliHealth: Glaucoma InteliHealth Featuring Harvard Medical School's consumer health information. glaucoma is a vision-threatening disorder characterized by slow loss of optic nerve fibers. Susceptibility to this http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/8779/8779.html?k=navx408x8779

27. Park Eye & Laser-Dr. William Boozan, M.D-laser Vision Correction, Lasik Vision C Specializing in Lasik, cataracts and glaucoma in Manhattan. http://www.lasikeyenyc.com

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28. Welsh Terrier Glaucoma Research Explanation, history, goals, research information on the Welsh Terrier. http://www.petvet.net/welsheye.html

29. What Is Glaucoma glaucoma Australia. The SneakThief of Sight. This animation shows progressive vision damage from untreated glaucoma. THE EYE To keep http://www.glaucoma.org.au/whatis.htm

The Sneak-Thief of Sight This animation shows progressive vision damage from untreated glaucoma THE EYE To keep it light-weight for rapid movement, the eye is made from soft, but strong tissues. However, like a camera, the eye needs to maintain its shape so that it can focus light accurately. This is achieved by keeping the eye firm, like a balloon. Clear fluid (the aqueous) is pumped into the eye from the bloodstream carrying oxygen, sugars and other essential nutrients. Circulating around the structures inside the eye, the aqueous is then drained through a meshwork back to the blood to be renewed. Drainage is against resistance, so the eye's pressure is kept higher than air pressure, but lower than the blood pressure. Normal Eye WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye diseases in which the optic nerve at the back of the eye is slowly destroyed. In most people this damage is due to an increased pressure inside the eye - a result of blockage of the circulation of aqueous, or its drainage. In other patients the damage may be caused by poor blood supply to the vital optic nerve fibres, a weakness in the structure of the nerve, and/or a problem in the health of the nerve fibres themselves. Over 300,000 Australians have glaucoma. It is as common as diabetes. While it is more common as people age, it can occur at any age. As our population becomes older, the proportion of glaucoma patients is increasing.

30. Home Page Medical and Surgical Ophthalmogy specializing in the treatment of glaucoma. http://www.agc.eyemd.org

Associated Glaucoma Consultants Web Site Associated Glaucoma Consultants: Home Page Associated Glaucoma Consultants Home Page Practice Locations Insurance ... Dr J. Henderer Home Page Practice Members: Dr Richard P. Wilson Dr Marlene Moster Dr Courtland M. Schmidt Dr Jeffrey D. Henderer ... Practice Locations Bala-Cynwyd See map 40 Monument Road 5th Floor Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania 19004 1-610-668-2086 (FAX) Devon See map 227 Lancaster Avenue Devon, Pennsylvania 19333 610-964-7862 (FAX) Wills Eye Hospital See map Glaucoma Service 900 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 215-928-0166 (FAX) Lankenau Hospital See map 100 Lancaster Avenue Medical Bldg. East, Suite 54 Wynnewood, Pennsylvania 19096 1-610-668-2086 (FAX) Riddle Memorial Hospital See map 1098 W. Baltimore Pike Suite 3301 Media, Pennsylvania 19063 610-668-2086 (FAX) West Jersey Hospital See map 94 Brick Road Suite 303 Marlton, New Jersey 08053 856-983-0396 (FAX) Einstein Center See map Einstein Center One 9880 Bustleton Ave.

31. Erik E. Mutlukan MD PhD And New England Refractive And Glaucoma Center Offer Com Describes their services and physicians in Westborough. Also includes some patient education material. http://www.lasereyecare.org/

32. Glaucoma Referral Center - The Gulf Coast Glaucoma Clinic! A Regional Glaucoma R Details on the practice, patient information, physicians and glaucoma resources. http://www.glaucomaclinic.com/

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33. Wills Glaucoma Service & Foundation To Prevent Blindness: Glaucoma Chat Support glaucoma Support. DISCLAIMER The glaucoma Service at Wills Eye Hospital has made every effort to provide accurate, upto date information. http://www.wills-glaucoma.org/support.htm

Glaucoma Support This way to the Wills Glaucoma Chat Room Meet with a Wills Glaucoma Specialist on Wednesdays from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Eastern Time. Glaucoma Chat Room Schedule The Bionic Eye Bulletin Board for Glaucoma Chat Support Group. Chat Highlights Each week Dr. Rick Wilson, a glaucoma specialist at the Wills Eye Hospital Glaucoma Service and Foundation (or a guest specialist), hosts a question and answer session for glaucoma patients, families, and friends. The highlights of those chats are posted here. GlaucoMates This profile section was created to provide information for and about members of the glaucoma chat group. This information saves time in the chat room and also helps glaucoma patients find others with their type of glaucoma or with similar problems. This section is updated frequently so check back often for new GlaucoMates. Glaucoma Chat FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Need help? Having connection problems? Please read the following information. Glaucoma Chat Room Etiquette Find out more about Chat Room etiquette and how you can help to make the room user-friendly for all. Suggest a Chat Topic Click here to suggest a topic of discussion for the Glaucoma Chat Support Group.

34. American Glaucoma Society: Home The American glaucoma Society is an organization whose mission is to promote excellence in glaucoma care and prevent vision loss by supporting glaucoma http://www.glaucomaweb.org/

Members Click Here 2004 AGS Annual Meeting March 4-7, 2004 The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, Florida Click here for more information AGS Annual Meeting March 6-9, 2003 San Francisco, California Abstracts 2004 Clinician-Scientist FELLOWSHIPS IN GLAUCOMA Research Award Winnersfor 2003 The mission of the American Glaucoma Society is to promote excellence in the care of patients with glaucoma and preserve or enhance vision by supporting glaucoma specialists and scientists through the advancement of education and research. P.O. Box 193940 San Francisco CA 94119-3940 [t] 415.561.8587 [f] 415.561.8531 [e] ags@aao.org

35. Afecciones Del Sentido De La Visión Introducci³n a la ³ptica del ojo. Informaci³n sobre estrabismo, v­as lagrimales, glaucoma, cataratas y colapso v­treo. http://ar.geocities.com/derosa_p

OFTALMOLOGIA Afecciones del sentido de la visión Afecciones de mas frecuente presentación Explicación para no versados en el tema Autor Haga Clik aquí, para ver el documento de óptica del ojo y sus variables. (anteojos) Estrabismo. (bizquera) Vias_Lagrimales. (lagrimeo) ... Diabetes_y_visión

36. GLAUCOMA Translate this page glaucoma. POR QUE SE PRODUCE EL glaucoma? Por el interior del ojo circula un líquido, encargado de la nutrición de las estructuras internas del ojo. http://www.oftalmored.com/publico/GLAUCOMA.HTM

GLAUCOMA Es una de las enfermedades que con más frecuencia produce importantes déficits de la función visual, situándose entre las principales causas de ceguera en todo el mundo. El lograr un diagnóstico precoz, para iniciar el tratamiento correcto y establecer las pautas de seguimiento mas adecuadas, constituye el arma mas eficaz para evitar estas graves consecuencias. DEFINICIÓN. ¿POR QUE SE PRODUCE EL GLAUCOMA? TIPOS DE GLAUCOMA POBLACIÓN DE RIESGO ... CONTROL DE LA EVOLUCIÓN DEFINICIÓN Es una enfermedad caracterizada por una elevación de la presión intraocular hasta un nivel que produce un daño irreversible en las fibras del nervio óptico. Las fibras de nervio óptico, se dañan cuando la presión intraocular se eleva por encima de un nivel que es variable de unos individuos a otros. Si la situación de presión elevada se mantiene durante mucho tiempo, o alcanza cifras exageradamente altas, estas fibras se pueden dañar de forma irreparable, es decir la pérdida de visión se hace irreversible. Cuando la totalidad de las fibras del nervio óptico se han dañado, se pierde por completo la capacidad de transmitir imágenes al cerebro, encontrándonos ante una ceguera total.

37. Maumee Eye Clinic, Clark Weidaw, M.D., Timothy Perozek, M.D. A Toledo Metro multispecialty eye clinic with emphasis on refractive surgery, cataract surgery, and glaucoma treatment. http://www.maumeeeyeclinic.com/

Dr. Weidaw is experienced in all forms of refractive surgery, including R.K., LASIK, and C.K. Dr. Perozek completed his medical residency at the prestigious University of Colorado, finishing at the top of his class. We use only the latest, cutting-edge technology available to ensure that our patients achieve optimal vision. Your safety, comfort, and convenience are our top priorities. We provide outstanding care, and we are dedicated to helping patients achieve a new visual clarity. Embrace the benefits of laser vision correction or CK today and start enjoying an exciting, active lifestyle. Contact us! Making the decision to have refractive eye surgery is a serious one. There are so many things to consider which procedure to have, which surgeon to choose, and what are the risks and side effects. Rest assured, our experienced doctors are here to help you make the right choice. Tired of reading blurry newsprint? Have we got good news for you! Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) is an exciting, new vision correction procedure offered by Maumee Eye Clinic that is specifically designed to correct farsightedness in adults over the age of 45.

38. Michigan Eyecare Institute Southfield, Livonia, Dearborn. Over 30 years of total eyecare in Michigan. Laser vision correction/LASIK, treatment for diabetic eye disease, cataracts, and glaucoma, and cosmetic eye surgery. http://www.micheyecare.com/

Since 1971, doctors at the Michigan Eyecare Institute have provided excellent eye care to the greater Detroit area. Our American Board-Certified ophthalmologists use the latest technology available to help treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, vision-threatening conditions, and preventative care. The Michigan Eyecare Institute has three convenient locations: Southfield, Livonia, and Dearborn. Our goal is to provide you with the best vision care to fit your lifestyle. Whether you are a candidate for LASIK, cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, eyelid surgery, or general ophthalmology, the Michigan Eyecare Institute is experienced and ready to help you. LASIK Surgeons Excimer Laser Testimonials ... Ladarwave 1-800-676-EYES (3937) Powered by HomeTownLife.com

39. NAVH-Psychological Effects Of Low Vision glaucoma. As part of NAVH s Educational Series we are pleased to provide this excerpt from our article on ANATOMY OF THE EYE IN glaucoma. http://www.navh.org/glaucoma.html

Home News Library Links ... CONTACT GLAUCOMA As part of NAVH's Educational Series we are pleased to provide this excerpt from our article on ANATOMY OF THE EYE IN GLAUCOMA. THE EYE'S ANATOMY: HOW THE EYE WORKS WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? HELPFUL TIPS GLAUCOMA THE SNEAK THIEF OF SIGHT Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the United States. It is THE leading cause of blindness among African-Americans, and the leading cause of PREVENTABLE blindness in the U.S. Glaucoma may occur at any age but happens with increasing frequency during advancing years. Approximately 2% of the population over the age of 40 is affected. It's estimated that over 2 million Americans have glaucoma, and more than half of them are not aware they have the disease. THE EYE'S ANATOMY: HOW THE EYE WORKS Your eye is like a camera. Light enters the clear dome in the front of the eye (cornea), passes through the focusing part (lens), and comes to rest on the "film" or recording part (retina). The nerve attached to the eye carries these recorded pictures "back to the brain" and WE SEE. Eyes must stay inflated and round, just like a basketball. To stay inflated, the eye constantly makes fluid (aqueous humor) which circulates inside the front of the eye (anterior chamber), and leaves the eye by an intricate drain (trabecular meshwork). The balance between how much fluid is made and how much fluid leaves the eye determines how inflated the eye is (intraocular pressure). If all is working well, the fluid made inside the eye equals the amount of fluid leaving the eye, and the intraocular pressure is normal. If fluid cannot leave the eye properly, it builds up inside and the eye's pressure rises. This is the basic fact of glaucoma: high pressure inside the eye damages the eye's delicate optic nerve.

40. The Canberra Eye Hospital Lasik laser vision correction and cataract and glaucoma surgery in Australia. http://www.canberraeyehospital.com.au/

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