Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families
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ftlandspitaliuni:oai:www.hirsla.lsh.is:2336/82941 2023-05-15T16:52:20+02:00 Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families Allingham, R R Loftsdottir, M Gottfredsdottir, M S Thorgeirsson, E Jonasson, F Sverisson, T Hodge, W G Damji, K F Stefansson, E Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC, USA. allin002@mc.duke.edu 2009-09-29 http://hdl.handle.net/2336/82941 https://doi.org/10.1136/bjo.85.6.702 en eng British Medical Association http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjo.85.6.702 Br J Ophthalmol. 2001, 85(6):702-7 0007-1161 11371492 doi:10.1136/bjo.85.6.702 http://hdl.handle.net/2336/82941 British journal of ophthalmology Aged 80 and over Cross-Sectional Studies Exfoliation Syndrome Female Genetic Predisposition to Disease Glaucoma Open-Angle Humans Iceland Linear Models Logistic Models Macular Degeneration Male Middle Aged Pedigree Sample Size Tonometry Ocular Visual Acuity Article 2009 ftlandspitaliuni https://doi.org/10.1136/bjo.85.6.702 2022-05-29T08:21:26Z To access publisher full text version of this article. Please click on the hyperlink in Additional Links field AIM: To examine the distribution and clinical ophthalmic characteristics of pseudoexfoliation syndrome (pseudoexfoliation) and glaucoma in Icelandic families. METHODS: Icelandic families containing three or more members aged 70 or older with at least one member with pseudoexfoliation were identified. All family members over age 45 were invited to participate. Visual acuity, Goldmann applanation tonometry, gonioscopy, slit lamp examination before and after dilatation, and dilated fundus examination were performed on all available family members. Pertinent data were obtained from medical records, including ophthalmic history and a medical history of cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, systemic hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Participants were classified according to affected status for pseudoexfoliation, glaucoma, and age related macular degeneration. RESULTS: Six families were identified who met the criteria for entry into the study. Of 94 family members who were invited to participate 82 were enrolled (87%). Of these 25 (30%) had pseudoexfoliation syndrome, 51 (62%) were unaffected, and six (7%) were suspects. At least one individual with pseudoexfoliation was identified in the second generation of every family. A parent with pseudoexfoliation was identified in all cases either by examination (4/6) or a review of ophthalmic records (2/6). In all cases the mother was the affected parent. The prevalence of glaucoma was significantly greater in the group with pseudoexfoliation (p <0.0001). Although the presence of age related macular degeneration (ARMD) was highly associated with the presence of pseudoexfoliation, the significance was lost after correction for age (p = 0.69). Although the sample size was small, no association between pseudoexfoliation affected status and cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, systemic hypertension, or diabetes mellitus was found. ... Article in Journal/Newspaper Iceland Hirsla - Landspítali University Hospital research archive British Journal of Ophthalmology 85 6 702 707 |
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Aged 80 and over Cross-Sectional Studies Exfoliation Syndrome Female Genetic Predisposition to Disease Glaucoma Open-Angle Humans Iceland Linear Models Logistic Models Macular Degeneration Male Middle Aged Pedigree Sample Size Tonometry Ocular Visual Acuity Allingham, R R Loftsdottir, M Gottfredsdottir, M S Thorgeirsson, E Jonasson, F Sverisson, T Hodge, W G Damji, K F Stefansson, E Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families |
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To access publisher full text version of this article. Please click on the hyperlink in Additional Links field AIM: To examine the distribution and clinical ophthalmic characteristics of pseudoexfoliation syndrome (pseudoexfoliation) and glaucoma in Icelandic families. METHODS: Icelandic families containing three or more members aged 70 or older with at least one member with pseudoexfoliation were identified. All family members over age 45 were invited to participate. Visual acuity, Goldmann applanation tonometry, gonioscopy, slit lamp examination before and after dilatation, and dilated fundus examination were performed on all available family members. Pertinent data were obtained from medical records, including ophthalmic history and a medical history of cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, systemic hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Participants were classified according to affected status for pseudoexfoliation, glaucoma, and age related macular degeneration. RESULTS: Six families were identified who met the criteria for entry into the study. Of 94 family members who were invited to participate 82 were enrolled (87%). Of these 25 (30%) had pseudoexfoliation syndrome, 51 (62%) were unaffected, and six (7%) were suspects. At least one individual with pseudoexfoliation was identified in the second generation of every family. A parent with pseudoexfoliation was identified in all cases either by examination (4/6) or a review of ophthalmic records (2/6). In all cases the mother was the affected parent. The prevalence of glaucoma was significantly greater in the group with pseudoexfoliation (p <0.0001). Although the presence of age related macular degeneration (ARMD) was highly associated with the presence of pseudoexfoliation, the significance was lost after correction for age (p = 0.69). Although the sample size was small, no association between pseudoexfoliation affected status and cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, systemic hypertension, or diabetes mellitus was found. ... |
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Allingham, R R Loftsdottir, M Gottfredsdottir, M S Thorgeirsson, E Jonasson, F Sverisson, T Hodge, W G Damji, K F Stefansson, E |
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Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families |
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Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families |
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Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families |
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Pseudoexfoliation syndrome in Icelandic families |
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