Alternative therapy in glaucoma management: Is there any role.
Indian J Ophthalmol
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2011 Jan; 59 (Suppl1): 158-160
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ABSTRACT
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. Various randomized controlled clinical trials have shown that lowering intraocular pressure (IOP) does reduce progression of primary open-angle glaucoma. However, there is lots of interest in nonpharmacological options that includes lifestyle adjustment and alternative and complementary therapy (ACT). At least 5% glaucoma population uses ACT. Various lifestyle activities like exercise and alcohol can reduce IOP by 1 to 2 mm Hg but would have small effect on glaucoma. The psychological stress can increase IOP. Hypothetically and few studies do show neuroprotective effect (or effect on ocular blood flow) of alcohol, Gingko biloba, bilberry, but the current evidence is weak for its routine use. We must also remember the side effects of ‘medications’ (e.g., marijuana, alcohol) before promoting as remedy for glaucoma. In current armamentarium of glaucoma management, ACT cannot substitute the conventional treatment available to lower IOP.
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Assunto principal:
Terapias Complementares
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Humanos
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Cannabis
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Glaucoma
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Glaucoma de Ângulo Aberto
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Fármacos Neuroprotetores
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Ginkgo biloba
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Vaccinium myrtillus
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Dieta
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Bebidas Alcoólicas
Tipo de estudo:
Ensaio Clínico Controlado
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Indian J Ophthalmol
Ano de publicação:
2011
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