Glaucoma Severity Grading

Glaucoma is caused by high intraocular fluid pressure created by the abnormal production or drainage of the aqueous humor circulating between the cornea and the lens inside the eye. Glaucoma is an optic neuropathy – it is a chronic, irreversible, and progressive eye disease that involves loss of retinal nerve fiber layer in a characteristic pattern . It is a leading cause of visual disability and a global public health issue.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness, after cataract. It is estimated that, by 2022, the total number of glaucoma cases worldwide would be well over 80 million. Early detection and diagnosis of glaucoma requires a careful and comprehensive eye examination, and modern digital technology could aid in rapid assessment.