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[Drug-induced acute angle closure glaucoma]
M Masereel1, S Bonnet1, S Marchand1
1Service d'Ophtalmologie, CHR Citadelle, Liège, Belgique.
Revue Medicale De Liege
|September 9, 2022
Summary
Acute angle closure glaucoma is an ophthalmic emergency. Recognizing symptoms like eye pain and blurred vision is crucial for urgent ophthalmologist treatment to prevent blindness.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Emergency
Background:
- Acute angle closure glaucoma (AACG) is an ophthalmic emergency.
- It can lead to irreversible blindness if not treated promptly.
- Symptoms include ocular pain, blurred vision, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the anatomical risk factors for AACG.
- To identify drugs that may precipitate AACG in susceptible individuals.
- To provide a brief overview of the pathophysiology of AACG.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of anatomical risk factors.
- Compilation of drugs known to induce AACG.
- Summary of the pathophysiological mechanisms of AACG.
Main Results:
- AACG presents with characteristic symptoms requiring urgent recognition.
- Certain anatomical predispositions increase the risk of AACG.
- Various medications can trigger AACG in at-risk patients.
Conclusions:
- Prompt identification and management of AACG are essential to prevent vision loss.
- Awareness of anatomical risk factors and drug-induced AACG is vital for clinicians.
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