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Abstract #54878 Published in IGR 15-3
Screening for glaucoma: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement
Moyer VAAnnals of Internal Medicine 2013; 159: 484-489
See also comment(s) by Fotis Topouzis •
Description: Update of the 2004 U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendation on screening for glaucoma. METHODS: The USPSTF reviewed evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for glaucoma and of medical and surgical treatment of early glaucoma. Beneficial outcomes of interest included improved vision-related quality of life and reduced progression of early asymptomatic glaucoma to vision-related impairment. The USPSTF also considered evidence on the accuracy of glaucoma screening tests. Population: This recommendation applies to adults who do not have vision symptoms and are seen in a primary care setting. Recommendation: The USPSTF concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for primary open-angle glaucoma in adults. (I statement)
Classification:
1.6 Prevention and screening (Part of: 1 General aspects)
14 Costing studies; pharmacoeconomics
