open-angle glaucoma

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Noun open-angle glaucoma has 1 sense

chronic glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma - glaucoma caused by blockage of the canal of Schlemm; produces gradual loss of peripheral vision
--₁ is a kind of glaucoma

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Open-Angle Glaucoma

Definition: Open-angle glaucoma is a chronic, progressive eye disease characterized by optic nerve damage and gradual loss of peripheral vision. It is the most common type of glaucoma, accounting for about 90% of all cases.

Senses:

Sense 1: Referring to the medical condition of open-angle glaucoma.
Sense 2: Referring to the specific type of glaucoma with a wide angle between the iris and cornea, resulting in a gradual blockage of fluid drainage from the eye.

Examples:

The ophthalmologist diagnosed him with open-angle glaucoma.
Regular eye exams are crucial to detect open-angle glaucoma in its early stages.
She underwent surgery to manage her open-angle glaucoma effectively.

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