Abstract
The angle-closure glaucomas are a diverse group of disorders characterized by mechanical blockage of the trabecular meshwork by the peripheral iris. This alteration in anterior segment anatomy can be caused by changes in the relative or absolute sizes or positions of anterior segment structures or by forces originating in the anterior or posterior segments. An understanding of the pathophysiology of angle-closure glaucoma is critical to ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment.
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Tello, C., Liebmann, J.M., Ritch, R. (2004). New Concepts in the Diagnosis of Angle-Closure Glaucoma: The Role of Ultrasound Biomicroscopy. In: Glaucoma. Essentials in Ophthalmology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-18633-2_6
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