Both sexes are affected, men slightly more than women. The incidence rises sharply after the age of 60. The early stages are asymptomatic.
Clinically, suspect chronic open angle glaucoma ifthere is:
Note that glaucoma may occasionally occur in patients with normal intraocular pressures (in around 15 – 25% of patients) (2).
Reference:
Annotations allow you to add information to this page that would be handy to have on hand during a consultation. E.g. a website or number. This information will always show when you visit this page.