Danias John

Consensus Recommendation for Mouse Models of Ocular Hypertension to Study Aqueous Humor Outflow and Its Mechanisms.

In this review, we describe a set of minimum acceptable standards for developing, characterizing, and utilizing mouse models of open-angle ocular hypertension.

A Pilot Study to Evaluate the Oral Microbiome and Dental Health in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma.

The number of teeth (an oral health indicator) and alterations in the amounts of oral bacteria may be associated with glaucoma pathology. Further investigation of the association between dental health and glaucoma is warranted.

Prospective Study of Oral Health and Risk of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in Men: Data from the Health Professionals Follow-up Study.

Although the number of natural teeth was not associated with risk of POAG, recent tooth loss was associated with an increased risk of POAG.

Lamina Cribrosa Microstructure in Nonhuman Primates With Naturally Occurring Peripapillary Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thinning.

Global and sectoral microstructural differences were detected when comparing thin and normal RNFL-T eyes. Whether these LC differences are the cause of RNFL damage or the result of remodeling of the LC requires further investigation.

Effect of Glucosamine on Intraocular Pressure and Risk of Developing Glaucoma.

Glucosamine supplementation is common but can be associated with increased IOP and could contribute to the pathogenesis of glaucoma.

Rethinking Prophylactic Laser Peripheral Iridotomy in Primary Angle-Closure Suspects: A Review.

The ZAP-Trial and ANA-LIS clearly represent the best available data on PACS management, additional parameters however may need to be considered when physicians face patients in clinic.