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Constructing disease management programs for glaucoma.
Managed Care (Langhorne, Pa.)
|September 11, 2004
Summary
Glaucoma management is beneficial for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hypothyroidism. This article guides clinicians on establishing disease management (DM) programs for effective glaucoma identification and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
Background:
- Glaucoma is a progressive optic neuropathy.
- Associated conditions include diabetes, hypertension, and hypothyroidism.
- Glaucoma is a suitable condition for disease management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform clinicians and administrators about glaucoma disease management (DM).
- To highlight the benefits of establishing a DM program for glaucoma.
- To guide the identification and treatment of glaucoma through DM.
Main Methods:
- This article provides an overview of disease management principles.
- It focuses on the application of DM to glaucoma care.
- Information is targeted towards healthcare professionals and administrators.
Main Results:
- Disease management programs can improve glaucoma care.
- Early identification and treatment are key components of effective DM.
- Clinicians and administrators can benefit from implementing DM strategies.
Conclusions:
- Establishing a disease management program for glaucoma is recommended.
- DM programs can enhance patient outcomes for glaucoma.
- Healthcare providers should consider DM for managing glaucoma and its comorbidities.