Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Angle-Closure Glaucoma.
Angle-Closure Glaucoma - as a noun
Glaucoma in which the iris blocks the outflow of aqueous humor
Example: "Closed-angle glaucoma can cause a rapid buildup of high intraocular pressure that results in permanent visual damage in a couple of days"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acute glaucomaclosed-angle glaucomaExample Sentences
"If left untreated, angle-closure glaucoma can result in vision loss."
"Symptoms of angle-closure glaucoma may include blurred vision."
"People with angle-closure glaucoma may experience halos around lights."
"The diagnosis of angle-closure glaucoma is made through a comprehensive eye exam."
"Chronic angle-closure glaucoma may be asymptomatic in its early stages."
