intraocular pressure

Enhancing Glaucoma Research Accuracy: Contrasting Diagnostic and Treatment-Based Definitions in UK Biobank

By MedXY 06/29/2026

This study compares diagnostic-only versus combined diagnostic and treatment-based definitions of glaucoma in UK Biobank participants, revealing stronger associations of risk factors and severity biomarkers with definitions including treatment evidence, thereby informing future glaucoma research in population cohorts.

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The 22 mm Hg Threshold: Does a Historical Cutoff Still Dictate Modern Glaucoma Management?

By MedXY 01/17/2026

A multicenter cohort study of 1.8 million clinic encounters reveals that while clinicians view intraocular pressure as a continuous risk factor, the historical 22 mm Hg cutoff remains a significant psychological trigger for escalating glaucoma treatment.

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Nonmedical Factors Impacting Quality of Care in Newly Diagnosed Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients

By MedXY 09/28/2025

This study reveals that socioeconomic status, residential location, and household composition significantly affect treatment outcomes and follow-up in newly diagnosed POAG patients, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to improve glaucoma care equity.