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Most of the glaucomas have intraocular pressure (IOP) as a major element in their causality. Because IOP is determined by physiological processes within the anterior segment, elevation of IOP may be associated with structural abnormalities within the anterior segment. These abnormalities can result from pathologies that have potential to cause glaucoma, and if found, demonstrate potential risk of glaucoma development. However, abnormal signs can also be due to the effect of glaucoma disease processes, thus providing valuable diagnostic clues.
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