A REVIEW EXPLORING THE DYNAMIC OF AQUEOUS HUMOR AND GLAUCOMA: OPEN & CLOSE ANGLE PERSPECTIVE

Namrata Srivastava*, Dr. Mahesh Chandra and Dr. Nitesh

ABSTRACT

Glaucoma is a complex group of eye diseases characterized by optic nerve damage, leading to irreversible blindness, and is the second leading cause of blindness globally. It is also known to be multifactorial in origin with genetic and biological risk factors, although fundamental causes remain unknown for many types of glaucomatous. This study aims to explore the dynamics of aqueous humor and glaucoma classification, focusing on open-angle and angle-closure glaucoma. The research design involves a comprehensive literature review of glaucoma classification, anterior chamber dynamics, and clinical examination methods. Findings reveal that open-angle glaucoma is asymptomatic and leads to gradual vision loss, while angle-closure glaucoma presents as an acute phase with rapid pressure rise. The anterior chamber of the eye is filled with aqueous humors, which has physiological importance for asymptomatic management. The dynamics of the anterior chamber concern the ciliary body, the trabecular meshwork, and the uveoscleral pathway for the absorption.Clinical examination methods includes tonometry, gonioscopy, and optic nerve head examination. Treatment options include medications, laser surgery, and operating surgeries, each with associated side effects. The study has implications for understanding the pathophysiology of glaucoma and optimizing treatment strategies.

Keywords: Glaucoma, Aqueous humor, Open-angle glaucoma, Angle-Closure glaucoma, Clinical examination, Treatment options.