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Nikhil Prasad  Oct 26, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a chronic eye condition characterized by elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) leading to optic nerve damage and visual field loss, poses significant challenges for both patients and healthcare providers. While traditional treatment approaches involve a myriad of eye drops, oral medications, and surgeries, a new class of drugs, Rho kinase (ROCK) inhibitors, has emerged as a ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 24, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that poses a significant threat to vision and quality of life. It is a major public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide, especially the elderly population. One of the primary risk factors for glaucoma is the chronic elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP). Elevated IOP results in mechanical stress and reduced blood flow to the o...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 23, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness globally, poses a significant public health challenge. It is estimated that in 2013, 64.3 million people were affected by this disease, with projections suggesting an increase to 76 million in 2020 and a staggering 111.8 million by 2040. Glaucoma encompasses a group of optic neuropathies characterized by the gradual degeneration of...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 22, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a silent thief of sight, is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. The prevalence of this condition is on the rise, and it is predicted that over 110 million people will be afflicted by glaucoma by the year 2040. Glaucoma typically progresses silently in its early stages, with symptoms often remaining unnoticed by patients. However, if left untreated, it ca...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 17, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: The optic nerve, a vital component of our visual system, is a complex structure composed of glial cells, blood vessels, and axons that include myelin and axoplasm. In glaucoma, a devastating eye condition, it's crucial to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying optic nerve degeneration, as axonal degeneration typically precedes the death of retinal ganglion cells. This Gl...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a progressive optic neuropathy, is a leading cause of blindness when left untreated. It is often associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) and primarily affects the elderly. However, recent research has shown that factors beyond IOP, including immunological factors such as heat shock proteins (HSPs), may contribute to the development of the disease. This Glaucoma...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, often regarded as the leading cause of blindness worldwide after cataracts, remains a challenging condition to diagnose and treat. It is a multifactorial degenerative optic neuropathy characterized by the loss of retinal ganglion cells and irreversible damage to the visual field. Glaucoma's complexity arises from the interaction of various factors, including genetics, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a progressive optic neurodegenerative disease, remains a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Central to its pathogenesis is the loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs), primarily induced by pathologically high intraocular pressure (IOP). A recent study covered in this Glaucoma News report, conducted at Zhejiang University in China has shed new light on the cru...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: The loss of vision resulting from damage to the optic nerve is a major concern for individuals suffering from conditions like glaucoma, traumatic optic neuropathy, or optic neuritis. These conditions can lead to the death of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) and other retinal neurons, ultimately causing irreversible vision impairment and blindness. Understanding the precise mechanisms t...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 12, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma is a complex group of optic neuropathies that lead to irreversible vision loss and blindness, and its prevalence has been on the rise, posing a significant burden to global healthcare systems. In 2020, nearly 118 million people worldwide had glaucoma, and this number is expected to skyrocket to over 600 million by 2040! The disease is characterized by progressive retinal ga...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a group of degenerative diseases affecting the optic nerve, is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. With a prevalence of approximately 3.5% in individuals over the age of 40, glaucoma poses a significant global health challenge. Primary angle-closure glaucoma is especially prevalent among Asian populations, and its early diagnosis and treatment are essent...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is a progressive eye disease characterized by optic nerve damage and visual field loss, often leading to irreversible blindness if left untreated. Understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying this condition is crucial for its early diagnosis and effective management. Recent research conducted by the Morsani College of Medicine at the Universit...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a group of optic neuropathies characterized by the progressive degeneration of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs), is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Despite its significant impact on vision, the exact pathogenesis of glaucoma remains a subject of ongoing research. The absence of early diagnostic markers and targeted therapeutic approaches further compounds...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, poses a significant public health challenge. Characterized by the progressive loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGC), this debilitating eye condition is primarily associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). While controlling IOP remains the cornerstone of glaucoma management, it is evident that many patients conti...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 05, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma stands as a formidable global health challenge, ranking as the foremost cause of irreversible blindness. Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) represents a significant risk factor for glaucoma, making it a pivotal modifiable target for glaucoma management. Previous research has illuminated the role of common genetic variants in influencing IOP. However, the contributions of r...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 02, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a group of eye conditions characterized by optic nerve damage and vision loss, is a major global public health concern. Primary angle closure glaucoma (PACG) is a predominant form of glaucoma. It poses a significant risk of irreversible blindness if not detected and treated early. Currently, the diagnosis and monitoring of PACG rely heavily on specialized equipment and exp...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 30, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: In recent groundbreaking news, researchers at the University of California have made an astounding discovery in the realm of eye health. They have successfully manipulated gene regulation to regenerate human retinal ganglion cells (RGCs). This achievement carries immense significance for individuals suffering from optic neuropathies, including glaucoma, which often lead to the death...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma is a prevalent eye condition characterized by increased intraocular pressure (IOP) that can lead to optic nerve damage and vision loss. It is a major public health concern globally. Statins, a class of drugs used to lower cholesterol levels in individuals at risk of cardiovascular disease, have been the subject of interest in recent years for their potential impact on glauc...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: The ability to perceive the world in three dimensions is a fundamental aspect of human vision. Binocular stereopsis, the ability to see the world in three dimensions, relies on the coordination of visual information from both eyes. This coordination is made possible by the precise growth of nerve cells, known as retinal ganglion cells (RGCs), which transmit visual information from t...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 19, 2023  2 years ago
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a devastating eye disease and a leading cause of irreversible blindness, has long stymied medical researchers due to its complex and elusive pathogenesis. Characterized by the gradual deterioration of retinal ganglion cells and the optic nerve, glaucoma is a condition with no known cure. However, treatments have been developed to slow its progression, primarily by targetin...

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