title: Glaucoma. A general perspective.
abstract: Glaucoma is the most prevalent disease ophthalmologists deal with. It affects the elderly more commonly and has a higher incidence in blacks. This review covers basic precepts of the disease including tips to help the general physician identify suspect cases. Aspects of treatment, including surgical management, are considered, especially when these intersect with the general practice of medicine.
authors.affiliation: American Board of Ophthalmology, Seattle.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Bensinger
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans