The Risk of Glaucoma and Serotonergic Antidepressants: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

The glaucoma comprise a heterogeneous group of optic neuropathies characterized by progressive degeneration of retinal ganglion cells that may result in a progressive loss of visual sensitivity, and in some patients, blindness. The hallmark of this group of diseases is optic disc excavation (often referred to as cupping), a characteristic deformation and remodeling of the optic nerve head in response to intraocular pressure (IOP)-related biomechanical stress that can occur at any level of IOP. Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) and primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG) are the most frequently types of glaucomatous disease.
Source: Journal of Affective Disorders - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research