Overview
What is acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What is the pathophysiology of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
How common is acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What is the morbidity of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What is the race-related incidence of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
Is acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) more common in males or females?
What are the age-related demographics of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
Presentation
What is the clinical history of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What are the physical exam findings in acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What causes acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
DDX
What are the differential diagnoses for Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma in Emergency Medicine?
Workup
Which lab studies are indicated in the workup of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
Treatment
What prehospital care is indicated for acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
How is acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) treated?
What is the role of hyperosmotic agents in the treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What is the role of lens extraction in the treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
Medications
What is the goal of treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
Follow-up
What further outpatient care is indicated in the treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
When is inpatient care indicated in the treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
How is acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) prevented?
What are the complications of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What is the prognosis of acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?
What educational resources are available for patients with acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG)?