Intraocular pressure

Intraocular pressure is the fluid pressure inside the eye. It may become elevated due to anatomical problems, inflammation of the eye, as a side-effect from medication or due to genetic factors. Elevated intraocular pressure is a significant risk factor for glaucoma.

Related Topics:
Pressure - Eye - Inflammation - Side-effect - Medication - Glaucoma

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The pressure is determined by the coupling of production and the drainage of fluid from the anterior ocular chamber.

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