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This educational video is designed to help patients understand primary open-angle and closed-angle glaucoma. An ophthalmologist discusses diagnostic techniques and treatment options, including visual field testing, proper techniques for administering eyedrops and surgical options. Compliance is emphasized, as is the importance of regular glaucoma evaluations. Clear and concise computer animation shows the eye, diagnostic techniques and treatment options. Features a comprehensive chapter with an aid to informed consent for laser and drainage surgery options.
The following topics are discussed:
- How glaucoma affects normal eye functions
- Open-angle and closed-angle glaucoma
- Risk factors and detection
- Real patients' accounts
- Treatment options (medications or surgery)
- Demonstration of instilling eyedrops correctly
- Possible side effects of glaucoma medications
2006, 10 minutes, plus menu options
Educational support provided by Allergan
Features available in both DVD and downloadable video:
- English and Spanish content
- OMIC-reviewed Aid to Informed Consent chapter
- High-quality animations
- PC and Mac compatible
Features available in DVD ONLY: Looped version
Information for downloadable version ONLY:
Available file types: Flash, iPad/iPhone/iPod/iTouch, QuickTime high and standard definition and Windows Media
Uses for downloadable video:
- Save on your practice server to conveniently show in multiple rooms
- Show videos on your laptop to patients or project them on a screen during public presentations
- Post video on your practice website
- Burn a disc to give or loan to patients to take home to watch and share with friends and family
- Embed video files in PowerPoint presentations
Downloading this product:
After purchasing this product, you may access it at www.aao.org/myonlineproducts.
© 2012 American Academy of Ophthalmology. All rights reserved. Purchase of this product grants a license covering use of this material for one practice. Web use is limited to websites and servers owned or leased by purchaser and purchaser's practice. For further questions on the Academy's licensing and disclaimer information (PDF), please contact us at patientinfo@aao.org.
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