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2-Glaucoma
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03/31/2019

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Term
Pathophys of Glaucoma is IOP build up where?
Definition
anterior chamber of eye
Term
Fluid build up removed in 2 ways
Definition
1. Filtration through trabecular meshwork to Schlemm's canal
2. Through Ciliary body & suprachoroidal space
Term
Normal IOP
Definition
10-21 mmHg
Term
Non-modifiable factors of IOP
Definition
Posture
Neck Compression
Gender
Term
Modifiable Factors of IOP
Definition
Bp Pulse
Coughing Smoking
Caffeine
Term
Diagnostic Tests
Definition
Tonometry Gonioscopy
Pupil Dilation Optic Nerve image
Visual Field Testing
Term
Primary OAG
Definition
bilateral
Normal IOP
Decrease outflow of eye fluid
Term
Secondary OAG
Definition
PDS (Pigmentary Dispersion Syndrome)
-pigmetn released from iris & deposited on anterior & posterior chambers of eye

PES (Pseudoexfoliation Syndrome)
-Flaky,dandruff-like exfoliative stuff on anterior and posterior
Term
OAG Risk factors
Definition
AA
Age >60 yrs Fam Hx
IOP>21mmHg
Thin Cornea Myopia
Term
Diseases causing OAG
Definition
HTN
Diabetes
Term
Medication affecting OAG
Definition
Corticosteroids
Term
Early OAG
Definition
optic nerve dmg +/- visual field DAMAGE
-Tx Lower IOP by >25%
-Meds, Laser Trabeculoplasty
Term
Mod/Advanced OAG
Definition
optic nerve dmg + visual field LOSS
-Tx Lower IOP by 25-50%
-Meds, Laser trabec +/- Mitomycin C or Tube(+/- cataract removal & intraocular lens), &/or Cyclophotocoaglation (or cryotherapy)
Term
End Stage OAG
Definition
Blind eye+/- Pain
-Tx Lower IOP by 25-50%
-Meds, Cyclophotcoagulation, rehab
Term
Stable OAG
Definition
No changes in IOP, optic nerve, visual field.
Term
Stable OAG Tx/ FU
Definition
Tx: Continue current Tx
FU: 4-12 months
Term
UNStable OAG
Definition
Worsening IOP, optic nerve, visual field.
Term
UNStable OAG Tx/ FU
Definition
Tx: Additional Lowering of IOP by at least 25%
FU: 1-4 months depending on severity
Term
When Laser Trabeculoplaty used?
Definition
When med Tx fails
Term
When surgery used
Definition
3rd line for mod/advanced cases
-requires med tx even after Tx
Term
Med Classes for Glaucoma
Definition
-Prostaglandin Analogs
-Alpha 2 adrenergic agonists
-Beta blockers
-Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
-Cholinergic Agonists (Miotics)
Term
1st Line OAG meds
Definition

BB

&

Prostaglandins Analogs

(or Brimonidine)

Term
Selective BB
Definition
Betaxolol -selective for Beta1 (least reduction in IOP of BBs)
Term
Non Selective BB
Definition
Levobunolol
Metipranolol
Timolol
Carteolol
Term
Beta blocker MOA
Definition
-Dec production of aqueous humor by ciliary body
-BID (except timoptic xe)
-Lower IOP 20-30%
Term
Timolol (Timoptic XE)
Definition
-Gel forming
-Only once daily B!
Term
Least likely BB to produce SYS FX
Definition
Betaxolol & Carteolol
Term
Prostaglandin Analogs MOA
Definition
-Inc outflow of aqeuous humor -Dec IOP 25-35% -Once daily (Bedtime)
Term
Prostaglandin Analogs
Definition
Prostaglandins
-Latanoprost,Travoprost,Tafluprost
Prostamide
-Bimatoprost
Term
When is Latanoprost more effective
Definition
-QHS
(equivalent IOP lowering as Timolol)
Term
More effective in Afr Amer pop
Definition
Travoprost
Term
Prostaglanin ADR
Definition
Darkened Iris
Inc eyelash growth
Eyelid Hyeprpigmenting(reversible)
Herpetic Keratitis
Term
Preservative free Prostaglandin analog
Definition
Tafluprost (Zioptan)
Term
Alpha Agonists
Definition
Brimonidine (1st line)
Apraclonidine
-Both BID to TID dosing
Term
Alpha Agonists MOA
Definition
Dec rate of aqueous humor production
-Dec IOP 18-27% at peak (2-5 hrs) & 10% at 8-12 hrs
Term
Alpha Agonist useful when
Definition
-Post opp
-or post laser tx
Term
Strictly 2nd line
Definition
Apraclonidine (high side efx causes limited longterm use)
Term
Brimonidine
Definition
-Can be used single agent 1st line
-Similar efficacy as timolol
-23-32 times more selective than apraclonidine
Term
Alpha Agonists ADR
Definition
-Allergic type ADRs:Lid edema, itch
-Dizzy,dec hr/BP
Term
Alpha Agonists Caution with what drugs
Definition
MAOIs, TCAs
-Concurrent Antihtn
Term
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs
Definition

Topical: Brinzolamide, Dorzolamide -(IOP dec 15-26%) Systemic: Acetazolamide, Methazolamide -(IOP dec 25-40%)

 

[Can use 1st line if Contra to other 1st lines]

Term
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs MOA
Definition
-Inhibit aqueous production by blocking active secretion of Na+ and bicarb ions from ciliary body
Term
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs place in Tx
Definition
Alt for MonoTx or adjunt Tx for pt w/ inadequate response or unable to use other agents
Term
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs ADRs
Definition
Topical: Burn, sting, blur vision,tears Systemic: Altered taste
Term
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs caution use in pt with
Definition
SULFA ALLERGY
Term
Do not use Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs with
Definition
Topical Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs with systemic is a NO NO!
Term
Caution SYS Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs in
Definition
Hep dis, ren dis, kidney stones, DM, addisons dis, resp acidosis
Term
SYSTEMIC Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibs indicated for
Definition
pt failing to respond to max tolerated dose of topical Tx.
Term
Epinephrine Pro-drug
Definition
Dipivefrin
-1 drop BID dose
Term
Dipivefrin MOA
Definition
Unknown
B2 receptormediated inc in outflow thru trabecular meshwrk and uveoscleral route?
Term
Cholinergics (MIOTICS)
Definition
Direct acting: Pilocarpine,Carbachol (Cholinergic agonists)
Indirect Acting: Echothiophate(cholinesterase inhibs)
Term
Cholinergics CONTRA
Definition
-Cataracts, retinal detchment,asthma,ulcers, PARKINSONS, bladder dysfunc
Term
Combo Products used when?
Definition
Max dose single agents only do partial response
Term
Name Combo products
Definition
COMBIGAN: Brimonidine, Timolol
COSOPT: Dorzolamide, Timolol
SIMBRINZA: Brimonidine, Brinzolamide
Term
Medical Marijuana MOA
Definition
-Dec IOP 25%
-Bind CB1 and CB2
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma
Definition
10% of Glaucoma
-often no SXs
-Chronic or acute
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma ACUTE
Definition
IOP inc (40-90mmHg)
Blur vision
HA, Eye red,Ab pain Diaporesis
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma CHRONIC
Definition
Normal or elevated IOP
HA
Blur vision w/ Halos around Light
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma Risk Factors
Definition
>60 yrs
Farsightedness(Hyperopia)
Asian
Fam Hx
Female
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma ACUTE Tx
Definition
Oral Glycerin
IV Mannitol
_Surgery after acute attack
(cureable)
-Long term Tx not usual
Term
Closed Angle Glaucoma CHRONIC Tx
Definition
Similar to OAG Tx
Term
Counsel points
Definition
Wash hands, Shake susp 10 secs, lower eyelid, thumb/index finger, close eyes 2-3 mins, 5 mins between multiple drops, 10 mins between dif drug drops
Term
Most common Glacuoma
Definition
open angle glaucoma (80-90% of cases)
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