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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) is an ophthalmic emergency that can lead to irreversible vision loss.
  • Understanding the incidence and factors influencing outcomes in specific geographic regions is crucial for public health planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the annual incidence of AACG in Split-Dalmatia County.
  • To investigate the correlation between visual acuity and the time elapsed from disease onset to hospital admission.
  • To explore the influence of age and sex on AACG outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 29 AACG cases treated at a university hospital center from 2002 to 2005.
  • Calculation of annual incidence rates.
  • Statistical analysis to assess correlations between visual acuity, time to admission, age, and sex.

Main Results:

  • The annual incidence of AACG was 1.6 cases per 100,000 population.
  • A median delay of 2 days from onset to hospital admission was observed.
  • Visual acuity outcomes were inversely proportional to the delay in hospital admission, with the best acuity in patients admitted within two days.
  • Age was also found to be a significant factor influencing visual acuity.

Conclusions:

  • Earlier recognition and treatment initiation within two days of AACG onset are associated with better visual acuity outcomes.
  • The findings highlight the importance of timely medical intervention in managing AACG to preserve vision.