Chronic Closed Angle Glaucoma

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (3 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

25 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Glaucoma is a progressive optic neuropathy generally associated with elevated intraocular pressures, leading to visual field loss. In its advanced stage, it has the potential to culminate in total blindness. Angle-closure glaucoma occurs due to the narrowing or closure of the anterior chamber angle, which is typically responsible for facilitating the drainage of aqueous humor. Angle closure can be classified as either primary or secondary. Primary angle-closure glaucoma is attributed to a physiological predisposition and is not associated with any other ocular condition or eye disease. In contrast, secondary angle-closure glaucoma is associated with one or more additional ocular conditions.

Acute angle-closure glaucoma is a condition that occurs when there is a gradual narrowing of the anterior chamber angle, which obstructs the drainage of aqueous humor, leading to elevated intraocular pressure and subsequently damaging the optic nerve. This condition is characterized by decreased visual acuity, headache, severe eye pain, nausea and vomiting, and halos around lights. Acute angle-closure glaucoma is considered a medical emergency and requires swift treatment to prevent permanent vision loss. Chronic angle-closure glaucoma occurs when a portion of the angle is intermittently obstructed, resulting in subsequent scarring. This condition can manifest with or without symptoms and may later cause potential damage to the optic nerve. This activity discusses the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of chronic primary angle-closure glaucoma. This activity also provides healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and tools to diagnose and treat the condition accurately, ultimately improving overall patient outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify at-risk individuals for chronic angle-closure glaucoma, considering factors such as age, family history, and predisposing conditions.

  • Differentiate between chronic and acute angle-closure glaucoma based on clinical presentations, symptoms, and disease progression to prevent irreversible optic nerve damage.

  • Assess patients comprehensively, considering both symptomatic and asymptomatic presentations, to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.

  • Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare teams for a patient-centered approach to diagnosing and managing chronic angle-closure glaucoma, optimizing the overall patient care and outcomes.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
  • E-mail Address

Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

Reviews

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