| Titel: | Progression of glaucoma associated with the Sirsasana (Headstand) yoga posture |
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| Autor: | Gallardo, M. J. Aggarwal, N. Cavanagh, H. D. Whitson, J. T. |
| Mediengruppe: | journal article |
| Herausgeber: | --- |
| Zeitschrift: | Advances in Therapy |
| Jahr: | 2006 |
| Band: | 23 |
| Heft: | 6 |
| Seiten: | 921-925 |
| Sprache: | English |
| Abstract: | This article reports a case of progressive glaucomatous optic neuropathy and visual field loss that occurred in a patient who practiced the Sirsasana (headstand) yoga posture on a daily basis for many years. Visual field analysis was performed through standard automated perimetry. Intraocular pressure (IOP) was measured through pneumotonometry in the sitting position and in the head-down position. Stereo-optic disc photographs were obtained. IOP increased significantly in the head-down position. Optic disc evaluation revealed a new disc hemorrhage in the left eye. Visual field analysis over a period of 2 y showed progression of a superior arcuate defect in the left eye. Transient increases in IOP associated with the yoga headstand posture may lead to progressive glaucomatous optic nerve damage and visual field loss. |