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[GLAUCOMA @GLAUCOMA]

#WorldGlaucomaWeek takes place from March 8–14, 2026, aimed at increasing awareness of the disease, which is a leading cause of preventable blindness.

Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World!
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#GLAUCOMA

[Ophthopedia @ophthopedia]

Ophthopedia Update: Needle-Shaped Retinal Deposits and Bilateral Neovascular Glaucoma Revealing Transthyretin Amyloidosis https://t.co/XU4PYAQBmn #Ophthalmology #Retina #Ophthotwitter

[The Lens: Ophthalmology Research Newsletter @TheLens_oph]

Deep learning detects glaucoma with strong accuracy, but predicting progression remains a challenge. A meta-analysis of 72 studies highlights the gap between benchmarks and real-world performance. https://t.co/FLkSYIUVsU #AIinOphthalmology #Glaucoma #DeepLearning #OCT

[Ophthalmology @AAOjournal]

Comparison of glaucoma surgery incidence and outcomes in pigmentary and primary open-angle glaucoma: IRIS® Registry analysis
https://t.co/drQTv7HHGZ
#ophthalmology #glaucoma

[TONOMETER @TONOMETER]

20 Common Problems with Standard #Tonometry & How Diaton Tonometer Solves Them

Problem with Standard TonometryHow Diaton Solves It
1. Requires numbing drops
- Diaton measures through the eyelid and sclera, eliminating the need for anesthetic drops.
2. Fear of eye contact
- Nothing touches the cornea, reducing patient anxiety and improving acceptance.
3. Corneal thickness affects readings
-Diaton bypasses the cornea, avoiding errors caused by thick or thin corneas.
4. Post-LASIK patients can have inaccurate readings
- Since Diaton does not measure through the cornea, refractive surgery has minimal impact on results.
5. Risk of infection transmission
- No corneal contact means reduced cross-contamination concerns.
6. Need for disposable tips or covers
-Diaton requires no disposable tips, reducing waste and recurring costs.
7. Time-consuming setup
- No drops, no sterilization, no consumables—allowing faster workflow.
8. Difficult to use during mass screenings
- Portable design and rapid measurements make Diaton ideal for screening programs.
9. Corneal disease limits use
- Diaton works even when corneal pathology is present.
10. Corneal edema affects accuracy
- Measurements are taken through the eyelid and sclera, avoiding corneal edema-related errors.
11. Keratoconus creates unreliable readings
- Corneal irregularities have less impact because Diaton bypasses the cornea.
12. Contact lens wearers must remove lenses
- Measurements can often be obtained without removing contact lenses.
13. Pediatric patients dislike traditional tonometry
- Quick, painless measurements improve cooperation in children.
14. Emergency room patients may not tolerate slit-lamp exams
- Diaton's portability allows bedside IOP assessment.
15. Difficult measurements in bedridden patients
- Can be used in hospitals, intensive care units & bedside settings.
16. Sterilization protocols consume staff time
-No corneal contact means simpler infection-control procedures.
17. Patients blink during measurement
- Transpalpebral measurement minimizes problems associated with blinking & ocular surface sensitivity.
18. Dry eye patients experience discomfort
- No corneal contact means less irritation for sensitive eyes.
19. Corneal scarring interferes with measurements
- Diaton can be used when corneal scars compromise traditional tonometry.
20. Home monitoring is difficult with traditional devices
- Portable and easy-to-use design supports monitoring outside traditional clinic settings.

Additional Benefits Frequently Mentioned by Clinicians

Cornea-Independent Measurements
One of the most significant advantages of Diaton is that measurements are obtained without relying on corneal biomechanics, including:

Central corneal thickness (CCT)
Corneal curvature
Corneal rigidity
Post-refractive surgery alterations
Corneal edema
Corneal scarring
Improved Patient Comfort

Patients often describe Diaton as:
Less intimidating
More comfortable
Faster
More acceptable for repeated measurements

For clinics, hospitals & screening programs:
No anesthetic drops
No disposable tips
No fluorescein
Reduced infection concerns
Faster patient throughput
Lower ongoing consumable costs

Diaton can be particularly valuable in:
Glaucoma screening programs
Emergency departments
Urgent care centers
Pediatrics
Nursing homes
Bedside hospital care
Corneal specialty clinics
Post-LASIK & post-refractive surgery patients
Patients with keratoprostheses and corneal abnormalities

Bottom Line Traditional tonometry was designed around the cornea. The Diaton #Tonometer takes a different approach by measuring IOP through the eyelid & sclera using a transpalpebral ballistic principle based on Newton's Second Law. By avoiding corneal contact, Diaton addresses many of the most common sources of patient discomfort, workflow inefficiency, infection concerns & cornea-related measurement variability while providing clinicians with a fast, portable, and patient-friendly method for IOP assessment.

[Review of Ophthalmology @RevOphth]

Artifact Awareness in Glaucoma

A number of factors can cause distorted OCT and visual field test data. Here’s what to look for:
https://t.co/9HgqVn5Yca

#ophthalmology #ophthalmologist #eyecare #glaucoma

[Journal of Glaucoma @JOGJournal]

NEW ARTICLE: “Prospective One-Year Outcomes of Preserflo MicroShunt Implantation in Glaucoma Following Keratoplasty” by Bolek, Wylęgała and Wylęgała.

Read more: https://t.co/VbjM3qscvo

@WorldGlaucoma
#JoG #JournalOfGlaucoma

[Dr Ajay yadav @SameerYogi14]

A 70-year-old woman has been treated with eye drops for her open-angle glaucoma. At her most recent follow-up appointment, you note peculiar side effects of the eye drop as shown below. Which of the following drugs has been prescribed to her?
Options:
A. Bimatoprost
B. Brinzolamide
C. Brimonidine
D. Pilocarpine
#Medx @docakx @IhabFathiSulima @Dr_Shiv_kumar_ @drxmelodyy @daoo100

[Ophthalmology @AAOjournal]

The validity of the Distress Thermometer in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma
https://t.co/mF9BtorQOW
#ophthalmology #glaucoma

[Ophthalmology @AAOjournal]

The association between a pharmacy-based estimate of medication adherence and surgical and laser treatment in glaucoma patients
https://t.co/cOBWjmUZbQ
#ophthalmology #glaucoma

[NOSA UNILORIN @NOSA_UNILORIN]

Saving Sight, One Check-up at a Time!

World Glaucoma Week is here (March 8th – 14th).

Join us this week as we raise awareness and advocate for better eye health in our community.
#WorldGlaucomaWeek #NOSAUnilorin #EyeHealth #GlaucomaAwareness #TheBroadenedVisionEra

[AIIMS, New Delhi 🇮🇳 @aiims_newdelhi]

Many people with glaucoma do not experience symptoms in the early stages. Regular eye examinations are the best way to detect the disease early & protect vision.

This World Glaucoma Week, schedule an eye check-up & encourage others to do the same.
#WorldGlaucomaWeek #EyeHealth

[Nayonika eyecare @EyecareNayonika]

World Glaucoma Week 2026 | 8th March – 14th March
FREE Eye Check-Up
Bring your old glaucoma diagnosis reports from any clinic, hospital & get 20% special discount
(For Glaucoma Patients Only)
HIG A/7, HB Colony, Baramunda, Bhubaneswar (In front of KV-2 School)
Call 9777000171

[Akashvani Jammu @air_jammu]

"8-14 March is World Glaucoma Week"

📻"AROGYA"
🗓️ 08.03.2026
🕛 7.10 am
🎤 "काला मोतिया"
Int. With Dr. Sanjay Kai , Deptt. of Ophthalmology, Govt. Medical College, Jammu
🎤🎧 Interviewer: Sanjeev Sharma

📡MW 990 Khz & FM 100.3 Mhz
DRM 981

[Sri Ramachandra Institute Of Higher Education @SRIHER_Official]

The Department of Ophthalmology, Sriher, is organizing “Glaucoma Simplified – 2026,” a comprehensive masterclass on glaucoma management in observance of World Glaucoma Week. on 7 & 8 March 2026 the programme aims to enhance clinical knowledge and awareness on glaucoma management, bringing together experts and participants to promote the theme “Unity for a Glaucoma Free World.” #UN #SDGS #SDG #ACT4SDG #GLOBALGOALS #UNDESA #SDG4 #SDG8 #SDG9 #SDG4SRIHER #SRIHER4SDG #SRIHER4SDG3 #SRIHER4SDG4

[Temidayo Bakare @bakydayo]

👁️ World Glaucoma Week 2026

💡Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness and often develops without early symptoms. Early detection can save sight.

#YaraAjoso #ConsultingRoom #YesFMIbadan
#WorldGlaucomaWeek #KnowYourRisk #EyeHealth #PreventBlindness

[Manoj Kumar Jain @immanojjain]

World Glaucoma Week (8–14 March) is a reminder that Glaucoma is a silent thief of sight. Early detection can save vision.

Join us for a Free Eye Check-Up & Glaucoma Screening Camp for people above 40 years.

📍 Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital, Daryaganj, New Delhi
📅 8 March 2026 (Sunday)
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Organized by Federation of RWA of Daryaganj in association with Golden Lions Metropolitan Club.

Let’s spread awareness and protect our eyesight. 👁️

#WorldGlaucomaWeek #SaveYourEyes #GlaucomaAwareness #EyeHealth #Daryaganj #Delhi

@narendramodi @BJP4India @blsanthosh @NitinNabin @BJP4Delhi @Virend_Sachdeva @hdmalhotra @CMODelhi @gupta_rekha @p_sahibsingh @MCD_Delhi @RajaiqbalSingh3 @yogitasinghbjp @bjp4mayurvihr @VijenderDhama @NKVASHISHTBJP

[PekxansCreative @PlanetEmmyDisco]

This is where I work. Please support by reposting as well.
If you stay around Ojo Local Government and mostly around Iba LCDA in Lagos we have a health program coming up in the month of March to celebrate the World Glaucoma week.

[TONOMETER @TONOMETER]

Glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable blindness and it progresses silently.
Early IOP detection is key.
The Diaton Tonometer measures pressure through the eyelid:
✔ No corneal contact
✔ No drops
✔ Ideal for screenings
Early detection saves sight.
#GlaucomaAwarenessWeek #PreventBlindness #EyeHealth
https://t.co/Gq3TkALlZd

[Wellington ClinicsAbuja @WClinicsabuja]

👁️ World Glaucoma Week 2026
FREE Glaucoma Screening
📍 Wellington Clinics, Lifecamp Abuja
🗓️ 9th–13th March
Don’t lose sight — get checked!

[Arthur Jarvis University @AJUniversity]

Free Eye Screening in Akpabuyo!

To mark World Glaucoma Week, Arthur Jarvis University is offering:

✅ Free Eye Screening
✅ Glaucoma Awareness Talk

📅 March 11, 2026
⏰ 9AM – 2PM
📍 Akpabuyo Main Market & Maternity Field

Early detection saves sight. Spread the word!