Glaucoma screening

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Screening

• Screening for glaucoma is usually performed as part of a comprehensive eye examination performed by ophthalmologists and optometrists.
• Those at risk for glaucoma are advised to have a dilated eye examination at least once a year.