Young H. Kwon, MD PhD, John H. Fingert, MD PhD, and Emily C. Greenlee, MD
About the Authors
Young H. Kwon, MD PhD, is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, specializing in glaucoma. He teaches glaucoma to medical students, resident and fellow physicians, and is interested in educating the public about glaucoma. His research interests include computer diagnosis of glaucoma, development of slow-release glaucoma medications, and cell biology of glaucoma.
Young H. Kwon, MD PhD, is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, specializing in glaucoma. He teaches glaucoma to medical students, resident and fellow physicians, and is interested in educating the public about glaucoma. His research interests include computer diagnosis of glaucoma, development of slow-release glaucoma medications, and cell biology of glaucoma.
John H. Fingert, MD PhD is an Assistant Professor specializing in medical glaucoma. His research interests include the molecular genetics of and genetic testing for inherited eye diseases.
Emily Greenlee, MD is an Assistant Professor specializing in glaucoma and comprehensive ophthalmology. Her primary practice site is at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City.
posted by MedRounds Publications at 6:05 AM
2 Comments:
My wife is Asian, 56 years of age, and was recently told she has narrow angles. She was scheduled for a Laser Peripheral Iridotomy in both eyes (one at a time). We canceled at the last minute cause we are worried about complications from the treatment. What are the chances she might ever develop ACG? Should she have the procedure or not? Currently she has no symptoms and is healthy. We are also concerned cause she has dark irides which we learned are harder to treat. Any additional info is welcome. Email me at kheberle@bellsouth.net
Narrow angle is a condition that can lead to acute or chronic angle closure glaucoma, which can lead to vision loss. When an ophthalmologist sees a narrow angle judged to be at risk for angle closure, he/she usually recommends a laser iridotomy to prevent pupillary block glaucoma.
If you don't feel comfortable with the opinion of the first doctor, I would encourage that she seek a second opinion from a reputable ophthalmologist in your area.
Young H. Kwon, MD PhD
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