TJ-CEO
2012 , Vol 7 , Num 4
Experimental Models of Glaucoma
1M.D. Asistant, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara/TURKEY2M.D., Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara/TURKEY Glaucoma is a group of disorders which lead to progressive and irreversible visual functional loss. Experimental models are frequently used in order to understand the pathophysiology of glaucoma and develop new treatment modalities. In experimental studies, various animal models with spontaneous or induced glaucoma are used. In this study, experimental glaucoma models have been reviewed. Keywords : Glaucoma, experimental glaucoma models