Genes for Glaucoma
Identified
Researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary of
Harvard Medical School and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
have led an international effort to identify three genetic associations that
influence susceptibility and risk of primary open angle glaucoma which is the
most common and insidious type of glaucoma. They studied more than 4,000 cases
and 30,000 controls for primary open angle glaucoma using human genomes
collected through the NEIGHBORHOOD
consortium, a National Eye Institute collaborative. The researchers identified relationships between primary open angle
glaucoma and three genetic associations and we believe that this will provide
key insights that may ultimately be used to develop gene-based testing and
treatment strategies for glaucoma.
In order to prevent vision loss, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma is best
managed through early detection, diagnosis and treatment. Having a genetic code
that tells us whether you will be subject to the disease will go a long way in
preventing damage to the optic nerve and thus compromised vision. As we move
forward, regular eye exams with glaucoma texting-especially for those with
known risk factors including diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea,
smoking and being of Latino or African ancestry-are important to maintain eye
health and vision.
Please call Doctor &
Associates-203-227-4113, visit Doctor & Associates in Fairfield County, Google+ or facebook.com/doctorandassociates
to schedule an appointment.
Doctor & Associates offices are located at 129 Kings
Highway North, Westport, Connecticut 06880, 195 Danbury Road, Wilton,
Connecticut 06897 and 148 East Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06851.
