Oftalmologia

Neuroprotective Agents in Glaucoma Therapy: Recent Developments and Future Directions

An alternative treatment paradigm is required to manage this problem more effectively. Neuroprotection aims to protect as yet undamaged, and to rescue already damaged neurons, from the glaucoma insult(s) to retinal ganglion cells. It has the potential to prevent retinal ganglion cell death independently of the particular factors that damage the optic nerve. Research laboratories worldwide have reported exciting developments in the search for potential neuroprotective agents. This article reviews what is known to date, as well as possible future directions.
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