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[Effect of tonometry on a glaucoma population study].

Harumi Katsushima1, Akira Sone, Akira Takeda

  • 1Katsushima Eye Clinic, 3-1 Odori, Nishi 14, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 060-0042, Japan.

Nippon Ganka Gakkai Zasshi
|April 3, 2002
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Tonometry plays a minimal role in detecting glaucoma incidence. However, noncontact tonometry is valuable for large-scale glaucoma population studies.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide.
  • Early detection and monitoring of intraocular pressure (IOP) are crucial for managing glaucoma.
  • Tonometry is a fundamental diagnostic tool for measuring IOP.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the impact of tonometry on identifying glaucoma occurrence.
  • To compare the efficacy of Goldmann applanation tonometer (GAT) and noncontact tonometer (NCT) in glaucoma detection.

Main Methods:

  • A population-based study involving 845 residents aged 40+.
  • Standard ophthalmic examinations including slit lamp, fundus photography, and perimetry.
  • Intraocular pressure measured using both GAT and NCT.

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Main Results:

  • Mean IOP: 15.52 ± 2.57 mmHg (GAT) and 15.03 ± 2.90 mmHg (NCT), with significant correlation (p < 0.0001).
  • Glaucoma incidence was 4.14%; tonometry showed minimal influence on detection.
  • Ocular hypertension detection varied: 2.13% (GAT) vs. 2.72% (NCT).

Conclusions:

  • Tonometry has a limited direct influence on detecting glaucoma incidence.
  • Noncontact tonometry is a practical and useful tool for glaucoma population screening and studies.