Ocular sympathetic denervation associated with ocular hypertension: a case report.
The exact function of the sympathetic nervous system in the regulation of intraocular pressure remains unclear. Many observers have noted reduced intraocular pressure in eyes whose sympathetic supply has been interrupted. A case of ocular sympathetic denervation associated with ocular hypertension is reported. Reports on the relationship between intraocular pressure and sympathetic denervation are reviewed and their relevance to this case discussed.
D005728:Ganglia, Sympathetic / Q000601:surgery; D006732:Horner Syndrome / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009798:Ocular Hypertension / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D013562:Sympathectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*