Results for tag: "Glaucoma"

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, leading to vision loss. It is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. The glaucoma market within the optical industry is focused on providing treatments and technologies to diagnose and manage the disease. This includes medications, laser treatments, and surgical procedures. Additionally, the market includes devices such as tonometers, optical coherence tomography (OCT) systems, and visual field analyzers. These devices are used to measure intraocular pressure, detect structural changes in the eye, and assess the extent of vision loss. Companies in the glaucoma market include Allergan, Bausch + Lomb, Carl Zeiss Meditec, Ellex, Glaukos, Hoya, Nidek, Topcon, and Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems. Show Less Read more