How to measure intraocular pressure: Schiötz tonometry
If glaucoma is diagnosed early, treatment can then be given that may preserve vision. Although raised intraocular pressure (IOP) is not the only sign of glaucoma, the IOP should be checked routinely on all adults attending eye care facilities. Applanation tonometry (as described in Issue 64, Decembe...
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Language: | English |
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International Centre for Eye Health (ICEH), London
2008-06-01
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Series: | Community Eye Health Journal |
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Online Access: | http://www.cehjournal.org/0953-6833/21/jceh_21_66_034.1.htm |