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Glaucoma and associated visual acuity and field loss significantly affect glaucoma-specific psychosocial functioning.
Chan Errol W, Chiang Peggy P C, Liao Jiemin, Rees Gwyneth, Wong Tien Y, Lam Janice S H et al.
OphthalmologyNov 201441 citationsCross-Sectional Study
Glaucoma significantly impairs psychosocial functioning, with both visual acuity and field loss negatively impacting anxiety, self-image, and well-being. Clinicians must recognize and address these psychosocial burdens at all disease stages.