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Myths and misconceptions about glaucoma blindness
Author(s) -
HONDEGHEM K
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
acta ophthalmologica
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.534
H-Index - 87
eISSN - 1755-3768
pISSN - 1755-375X
DOI - 10.1111/j.1755-3768.2013.2421.x
Subject(s) - blindness , glaucoma , mythology , optometry , medicine , socioeconomic status , ophthalmology , history , environmental health , population , classics
Blindness is a major global problem, with many associated socioeconomic impacts. Glaucoma is responsible for much of this worldwide blindness. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss. We will take a closer look at ten common myths and misconceptions about (glaucoma) blindness. We will also briefly discuss some exciting new technologies that can be a tremendous aid to the blind.