Clinical features of pseudoexfoliation of the lens capsule: suggested management

Background: Pseudoexfoliation of the lens capsule (PEX) is found in widely varying proportions across the population of regional groups. It is strongly associated with open angle glaucoma and to a lesser extent angle closure glaucoma. This association makes PEX a very important risk factor for glaucoma, which should be sought actively in all patients over 50 years of age who seek eye care. Our ageing population may give rise to a future high caseload of PEX glaucoma, which will create challenges in diagnosis and treatment.

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