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Sep 2016
Does Altering Iridotomy Placement Reduce Side Effects?
An iridotomy of adequate size placed anywhere in the peripheral iris will relieve the fluid pressure from behind it...
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Jul 2016
The TEK Gene: Responsible for Primary Congenital Glaucoma?
Researchers have identified a new genetic cause for childhood glaucoma. Primary congenital glaucoma is a severe form of glaucoma...
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Jan 2016
Yoga Positions and Glaucoma
Certain yoga positions may increase intraocular pressure (IOP), and elevated IOP is the only modifiable risk factor for which treatment can slow progression glaucoma...
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Brian
Jan 2016
Brian Stewart
Brian helps out in many ways and his expertise as a retired banker has been invaluable. He ensures donations and merchandise payments are efficiently processed...
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Tony
Jan 2016
Tony Bourke
Tony has been volunteering for Glaucoma Australia since 2002.
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Margaret
Jan 2016
Margaret Tanner
Margaret turned 100 this year and continues to arrive on a weekly basis to assist us in supporting the glaucoma community.
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Feb 2015
Glaucoma Research Update: The Year in Review (2014)
2014 was a good year with a number of research breakthroughs that helped provide insights into glaucoma as a disease and potential avenues for therapy...
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Eye
Sep 2014
Is Trabeculectomy Still the First Choice Surgical Procedure?
Glaucoma Australia recommends you discuss all treatment options with your ophthalmologist so you can work together to have the best and safest treatment possible...
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Feb 2014
Cataracts in Patients with Glaucoma
Cataracts are more common in patients with glaucoma, and both conditions are increasingly common with age...
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