Chisholm I A
Can Fam Physician. 1990 Apr;36:735-8.
Glaucoma, from whatever cause, is a relatively common affliction, characterized by a progressive unremitting course. The optic neuropathy frequently is asymptomatic. The goal of treatment is to halt progression because a cure is unavailable for many patients. A significant number of patients will have a visual deficit that will qualify them for blind registration. Early detection is therefore important. The family physician is in a unique position to oversee the processes of detection and management.
无论病因如何，青光眼都是一种相对常见的疾病，其特点是病情呈进行性且不间断。视神经病变通常没有症状。治疗的目标是阻止病情进展，因为许多患者无法治愈。相当一部分患者会出现视力缺陷，符合盲人登记标准。因此，早期检测很重要。家庭医生在监督检测和管理过程方面具有独特的地位。
