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Abstract #98436 Published in IGR 22-4
Caution over diagnosis of preperimetric glaucoma
Ge J; Wang JT; Tang MJChinese Journal of Ophthalmology 2022; 58: 11-13
Preperimetric glaucoma (PPG) refers to the earliest stage of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) before emergence of visual field defects. However, the existence and diagnosis of the PPG stage remains controversial. In this article, with focuses on the clinical significance of intraocular pressure measurements, the etiology classification of POAG, the value of follow-up to PPG diagnosis, the accuracy of devices and methods, and genetic factors of POAG, we point out that PPG should be carefully diagnosed in clinical practice. It is hoped that constant and deep understanding of PPG could help to reach consensus opinions, thus improving and enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma.
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Centre, Sun Yat-sen University, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Guangzhou 510060, China.
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