This summary outlines the central perspectives of the commentary published in OPHTHALMO-CHIRURGIE. The complete German article appeared in the issue cited below.
Care delivery perspective
Glaucoma can remain unnoticed for a long time. This makes early detection a question of access, care pathways and timely diagnosis.
A robust assessment must consider medical benefit, organizational feasibility and financing together.
Health-economic perspective
Late-stage disease can have considerable consequences for affected people and the care system. Prevention should therefore be considered in relation to burdens that may be avoided.
The article is a personal professional position and not medical advice for individual cases.