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Glaucoma (Acute Angle-Closure)

Emergency recognition and management of acute glaucoma.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
OphthalmologyEmergency Medicine
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Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Acute angle closure and angle closure glaucoma
National
The Management of Angle Closure Glaucoma Clinical Guidelines
National
International Medical Guide for Ships, 3rd Edition (WHO)
Local
Primary Angle-Closure Disease Preferred Practice Pattern®
Local
Primary Angle-Closure Disease Preferred Practice Pattern®
Local
The Japan Glaucoma Society guidelines for glaucoma 5th edition
Local