Eye problems of the elderly

Ophthalmologica. Journal international d'ophtalmologie. International journal of ophthalmology. Zeitschrift für Augenheilkunde
F C Blodi

Abstract

The most frequent changes of the anterior eye observed in senescence include changes in refraction which may be toward the hyperopic or the myopic side and a diminished tear secretion which may lead to the sicca syndrome. The corneal endothelium often shows degenerative changes which may lead to a decompensation of the cornea and corneal edema. A senile cataract is a frequent finding in older people as is chronic open angle glaucoma. One of the most serious senile changes in macular degeneration which may lead to extremely poor central vision though the peripheral vision may still be satisfactory. A similar effect has the less frequently seen anterior ischemic optic neuropathy.

Citations

Jan 1, 1982·Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology = Albrecht Von Graefes Archiv Für Klinische Und Experimentelle Ophthalmologie·M Török, I Süveges
Mar 5, 1998·The British Journal of Ophthalmology·N J Van Haeringen
May 1, 1981·American Journal of Ophthalmology·J C FolkA W Biglan
Apr 1, 1983·Journal of Gerontological Nursing·N Sullivan

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