Glaucoma Screening
Early glaucoma detection, risk assessment, and ongoing monitoring
Protecting Your Vision Through Early Glaucoma Detection
Glaucoma is often called the "silent thief of sight" because it can cause permanent vision loss without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Regular eye examinations and ongoing monitoring are essential for detecting glaucoma early and helping preserve vision over time. At NORViSTA Eye Care, we use advanced diagnostic technology to evaluate the optic nerve, retinal nerve fiber layer, visual function, and other important indicators of glaucoma. Our goal is to identify risk factors, detect glaucoma as early as possible, and provide ongoing monitoring and management designed to help preserve vision and support long-term eye health.
What's Included
- check_circleComprehensive Eye Health Assessment
Detailed evaluation of your overall eye health, vision, and glaucoma risk factors
- check_circleEye Pressure Measurement
Measurement of intraocular pressure using comfortable, modern technology
- check_circleOptic Nerve Evaluation
Careful assessment of the optic nerve for signs of glaucoma-related damage
- check_circleRetinal Nerve Fiber Layer Assessment
Advanced evaluation of the retinal nerve fiber layer to help detect early glaucomatous changes
- check_circleVisual Field Testing
Assessment of peripheral vision to identify functional vision loss associated with glaucoma
- check_circleCorneal Thickness Measurement (Pachymetry)
Measurement of corneal thickness to improve glaucoma risk assessment and interpretation of eye pressure
- check_circleGlaucoma Risk Assessment
Evaluation of personal, family, and medical risk factors associated with glaucoma
- check_circleReview of Previous Eye Records and Imaging When Available
Comparison of previous findings to assess stability and detect progression over time
- check_circlePersonalized Monitoring Plan
Personalized follow-up and management recommendations tailored to your individual findings and risk profile
Glaucoma Screening
Comprehensive glaucoma evaluation and monitoring using advanced diagnostic technology to help detect, assess, and manage glaucoma risk.
Best for: Patients with glaucoma, glaucoma suspects, elevated eye pressure, family history of glaucoma, optic nerve concerns, visual field changes, or ongoing glaucoma monitoring.
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Understanding Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve, potentially leading to permanent vision loss if left undetected or untreated. While elevated eye pressure is a significant risk factor, glaucoma can also occur in individuals with eye pressures that fall within the normal range.
Because vision loss from glaucoma is irreversible, early detection and regular monitoring are critical.
Risk factors for glaucoma may include:
Family history of glaucoma
Elevated eye pressure (IOP)
Age over 40
Diabetes
High myopia (nearsightedness)
Thin corneas
Previous eye injury
Certain medications, including long-term steroid use
African, Asian, Hispanic, and Indigenous ancestry may be associated with increased risk for certain forms of glaucoma
Advanced Diagnostic Technology
Our glaucoma assessments may incorporate advanced diagnostic imaging and testing when clinically appropriate, including OCT imaging, visual field testing, pachymetry, retinal imaging, and comfortable eye pressure measurement.
These technologies help detect subtle changes earlier and support accurate long-term monitoring of glaucoma and glaucoma suspects.
By comparing results over time, advanced diagnostic imaging allows us to identify subtle structural and functional changes that may indicate glaucoma progression. This information helps guide management decisions and supports more accurate long-term monitoring.
Why Early Detection Matters
Most people with early glaucoma do not notice any symptoms. By the time vision changes become noticeable, permanent damage may already have occurred.
Regular eye examinations allow us to identify glaucoma risk factors, monitor suspicious findings, and detect glaucoma as early as possible, when treatment can be most effective in helping preserve vision.
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