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[Glaucoma blindness in Denmark]

H J Fuchs1, K R Nissen, E Goldschmidt

  • 1Ojenafdelingen, Hillerød Sygehus.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|June 7, 1993
PubMed
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Glaucoma blindness prevalence in Denmark was 45 per 100,000 for those over 50. Incidence decreased in younger groups, with later onset observed, reducing duration of blindness.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness globally.
  • Understanding its prevalence and incidence is crucial for public health planning.
  • This study examines trends in Denmark over a significant period.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the prevalence and incidence of glaucoma blindness in Denmark.
  • To analyze age-specific trends and changes over time.
  • To estimate the proportion of glaucoma-attributable blindness within the glaucoma population.

Summary:

  • In 1987, an estimated 45 per 100,000 Danes aged 50+ had glaucoma blindness.
  • Annual incidence of glaucoma blindness in those 65+ was 7 per 100,000.
  • Incidence decreased in younger age groups, and onset appeared later, shortening blindness duration.

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Impact:

  • Provides valuable epidemiological data on glaucoma blindness in a specific population.
  • Highlights a potential shift towards later disease onset.
  • Informs strategies for eye care and blindness prevention programs.