Saturday, February, 11, 2012

Tonometry

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Alternative Names

Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement; Glaucoma test; Applanation


What the risks are

If the applanation method is used, there is a small chance the cornea may be scratched (corneal abrasion). This will normally heal itself within a few days.


Images

Eye

Review Date: 08/03/2010
Reviewed By: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)