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Abstract #24864 Published in IGR 11-4
Progression of optic neuropathy after disc hemorrhage in primary angle-closure glaucoma
Hsieh JW; Lan YWJapanese Journal of Ophthalmology 2009; 53: 380-383
BACKGROUND: We describe progressive optic neuropathy after recurrent disc hemorrhages in patients with primary angle-closure glaucoma. CASES: Three Taiwanese Chinese patients with primary angle-closure glaucoma and recurrent disc hemorrhages were followed for 10 years. OBSERVATIONS: Despite good control of intraocular pressure, progressive enlargement of optic disc cupping and visual field defects corresponding to the location of disc hemorrhages were noted after recurrent hemorrhages. CONCLUSIONS: Disc hemorrhages are not particularly rare in primary angle-closure glaucoma and may be a sign of a poor prognosis.
Department of Ophthalmology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
Classification:
6.20 Progression (Part of: 6 Clinical examination methods)
9.4.10 Glaucomas associated with hemorrhage (Part of: 9 Clinical forms of glaucomas > 9.4 Glaucomas associated with other ocular and systemic disorders)