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¹UCLA Department of Ophthalmology, Stein and Doheny Eye Institutes, David Geffen School of Medicine.

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|January 9, 2024

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Glaucoma screening recommendations differ globally. While not universally advised, targeted screening for high-risk populations is supported by major organizations for better clinical utility and cost-effectiveness.

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Ophthalmology
Public Health

Background:

Glaucoma screening protocols vary significantly among national and international organizations.
Current global screening recommendations are inconsistent.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize and compare glaucoma screening protocols from major ophthalmic organizations worldwide.
To identify differences in national and regional policies for glaucoma screening.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive review of major medical and ophthalmic organizations across continents.
Analysis of protocols from recent international and regional meetings.
Comparative analysis of national and regional glaucoma screening policies.

Main Results:

Worldwide glaucoma screening is generally considered of limited clinical utility and cost-effectiveness.
Major organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, recommend targeted screening for high-risk populations.
Specific subgroups at higher risk for glaucoma benefit from targeted screening approaches.

Conclusions:

General population glaucoma screening is recommended by few organizations and only in specific contexts.
Screening high-risk populations is clinically useful, cost-effective, and improves diagnostic and treatment rates.
Further research is needed to develop sensitive, specific, and cost-effective screening protocols for high-risk groups.