Congenital Glaucoma
Description Diagnostic criteria Referral ICD-10 code: Q15.0 DESCRIPTION Congenital glaucoma is caused by abnormal development of the draining angle of the eye. DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA Symptoms: Tearing Photophobia Blepharospasm Signs: Enlarged eye (buphthalmos or ‘cow eye’ appearance). Corneal haziness (due to corneal oedema or scarring). Optic disc cupping. Raised intraocular pressure. REFERRA
Description
Diagnostic criteria
Referral
ICD-10 code: Q15.0
DESCRIPTION
Congenital glaucoma is caused by abnormal development of the draining angle of the eye.
DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA
Symptoms:
- Tearing
- Photophobia
- Blepharospasm
Signs:
- Enlarged eye (buphthalmos or ‘cow eye’ appearance).
- Corneal haziness (due to corneal oedema or scarring).
- Optic disc cupping.
- Raised intraocular pressure.
REFERRAL
Urgent (to ophthalmologist):
- All patients.
Standard Treatment Guidelines and Essential Medicines List for South Africa Paediatric Hospital _2023, 5th edition_Updated July 2024
Chapter 16: Eye Conditions, 16.9 Congenital Glaucoma