Importance Glaucoma is a worldwide leading cause of irreversible vision loss. Because it
may be asymptomatic until a relatively late stage, diagnosis is frequently delayed. A general
understanding of the disease pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment may assist primary
care physicians in referring high-risk patients for comprehensive ophthalmologic
examination and in more actively participating in the care of patients affected by this
condition. Objective To describe current evidence regarding the pathophysiology and …