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A prospective survey to determine sources and diagnostic accuracy of glaucoma referrals

Chronic simple glaucoma is a symptomless disease which may go undetected until irreversible loss of vision has occurred. This survey analyses the accuracy of diagnosis in patients referred from different sources to the Hospital Eye Service. Some general practitioners (GPs) appear not to have a good understanding of the disease.

Effect of the calcium antagonist nifedipine on intraocular pressure in normal subjects

We studied the effects of nifedipine, a calcium antagonist, given intravenously and orally, on intraocular pressure in six normal volunteers. Nifedipine had no effect on intraocular pressure. Nifedipine is not contraindicated for the treatment of cardiovascular disease in glaucomatous patients and may have theoretical advantages in this situation, which are discussed.

Serious eye injury in badminton players

Serious eye injury can occur in badminton players and may become more frequent. The causes and nature of such injuries in this sport in six patients are discussed. All were playing competitive doubles matches. Penetrating eye injury due to a shattered glass spectacle lens occurred. Players should be advised not to wear spectacles with glass lenses. Ocular protection in this sport is desirable, and the forward player should hold the racket in front of the face.

Microcornea associated with retinopathy of prematurity

Eight children with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) in whom the corneal diameters were abnormally small in one or both eyes are reported. The mechanisms for microcornea in ROP are discussed. The differential diagnosis of microphthalmos is briefly considered.