Glaucoma
There are many different types of glaucoma. The majority of glaucoma disease types are associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). If a patient has glaucoma, they will develop peripheral blind spots or tunnel vision that can progressively worsen over time.
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References
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/anatomy/aqueous-humor
https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/glaucoma/types-glaucoma
https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/glaucoma/glaucoma-surgery
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