The Relationship Between Statin Use and Open-Angle Glaucoma
Ophthalmology, 06/26/2012
Clinical Article
Stein JD et al. – Statin use was associated with a significant reduction in the risk of open–angle glaucoma (OAG) among persons with hyperlipidemia. Given the mounting evidence of statin protection against OAG including both basic science and observational clinical studies, an interventional prospective study might provide additional insights into the role of statins in the prevention of early OAG.



