Scientific letter: The prevalence of the diagnosis of increased intra-ocular pressure in a general practice

  • M Van Niekerk Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State
  • FC Van Rooyen Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State
  • G Joubert Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State
  • LA Hiemstra Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State

Abstract

Glaucoma is one of the main causes of blindness. The disease occurs in 3% to 4% of all people over the age of 70 years. As many as 50% of patients suffering from this disease are unaware of their condition until a comparatively late stage, due to the asymptomatic nature of the disease.
Issue
Vol 48, No 3 - April 2006
Section
Original Research
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