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open-angle glaucoma

American

[oh-puhn-ang-guhl glaw-koh-muh, glou-koh-muh] / ˈoʊ pənˌæŋ gəl glɔˈkoʊ mə, glaʊˈkoʊ mə /

noun

Ophthalmology. a type of glaucoma, abnormally high fluid pressure in the eye, usually caused by blockage of the channel through which aqueous humor drains.

Etymology

Origin of open-angle glaucoma

First recorded in 1950–55

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open-angle glaucoma

Early treatment of open-angle glaucoma with eyedrop drugs like levobunolol hydrochloride, which Bush is taking, slows production of the aqueous humor and relieves the pressure.

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His open-angle glaucoma can be treated painlessly and effectively, if found early enough.

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