A comparison of postural and diurnal variations in intraocular pressure using the iCare rebound tonometer and Perkins applanation tonometer in admitted adults in Kenya

A comparison of postural and diurnal variations in intraocular pressure using the iCare rebound tonometer and Perkins applanation tonometer in admitted adults in Kenya

Background: Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) remained the most important known risk factor for glaucoma. Aim: To compare the postural and diurnal IOP variations using the iCare rebound tonometer (RT) and Perkins applanation tonometer (PAT). Setting: Kakamega County Hospital, Kenya. Methods: El...

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Main Authors: Timothy G. Chikasirimobi, Mercy Ndinyo, Maxine N. Ondieki, Isaac Miti, Ndidi J. Ejiochi-Iyoke, Uchechukwu L. Osuagwu, Ferial M. Zeried, Kingsley Agho, Kelechi C. Ogbuehi, Khathutshelo P. Mashige
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2021-05-01
Series:African Vision and Eye Health
Subjects:
diurnal variation
icare
intraocular pressure
perkins
posture
Online Access:https://avehjournal.org/index.php/aveh/article/view/617

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