Main content

Glaucoma

Dr Mark Porter looks at a new test for the eye disease glaucoma which should lead to earlier diagnosis, and he finds out about new ways to treat the condition.

Glaucoma is the most common cause of blindness in the western world. It causes irreversible damage to the optic nerve which results in loss of vision. Dr Mark Porter visits Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and finds about a new test for glaucoma which should lead to earlier diagnosis. Producer: Geraldine Fitzgerald.

Available now

30 minutes

Last on

Wed 26 Jan 2011 16:30

Broadcasts

  • Tue 25 Jan 2011 21:00
  • Wed 26 Jan 2011 16:30