Alternative Tonometers May Be Considered For Measuring IOP In Children | OphthalmologyWeb: The Ultimate Online Resource for Ophthalmologists

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

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“Although the Goldmann tonometer remains the gold standard of IOP measurement, it may not be applied to all children. … With clear instruction and proper guidance, the pressure phosphene tonometer can be considered in selected children,” the study authors said.

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