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TitreYou shall examine the optic disc carefully
ButClinical optic disc assessment is a crucial step in the diagnosis and follow-up of glaucoma and ocular hypertensive patients.
The vertical cup/disc ratio is the most frequently used method, although not reliable in small or large discs. The importance of disc size, focal rim loss, baring of a vessel, disc haemorrhage, .. will be stressed and illustrated.
Even without expensive equipment, every ophthalmogist is capable of diagnosing a suspect optic disc, which requires further examination even with normal pressures. If we all would take a quick but good look at every optic disc, many advanced glaucoma’s would be detected earlier, before quality of live is compromised.
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NomDE GROOT
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InstitutUniversity Hospital Antwerp
VilleEdegem
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