IOP

  • Damage to optic nerve
  • Pressure inside eye

Intraocular Pressure

  • Measured by tonometry or palpation
  • Varies throughout the day, normal is 10-22
  • Palpation may be useful if you suspect angle closure glaucoma

Tonometry

  • Goldmann
    • Applanation Tip

Examination

Intraocular Pressure Significance

  • Glaucoma
  • Ocular hypertension
  • Hypotony