Guidelines

Access concise summaries of evidence-based clinical guidelines from organizations such as NICE, RCOphth, AAO, EGS, and other leading ophthalmic societies to support best clinical practice.

Managing Ocular Hypertension (OHT) According to NICE Guidelines

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Ocular Hypertension (OHT) refers to consistently elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) without clinical signs of glaucomatous optic neuropathy or visual field loss. However, if left unmanaged, it can progress to Chronic Open Angle Glaucoma (COAG) and cause irreversible vision damage. The primary goal in managing OHT is to reduce IOP and prevent progression to glaucoma — […]

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👁️ Managing Chronic Open Angle Glaucoma (COAG) According to NICE Guidelines

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Chronic Open Angle Glaucoma (COAG) is a leading cause of preventable vision loss worldwide. In the UK, management is guided by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) recommendations, which emphasize a stepwise, patient-centered approach to control intraocular pressure (IOP) and preserve sight. Let’s explore the current gold-standard management plan based on the latest

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Duty of Candour

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Start│▼Screening/Clinical Incident Occurs│▼Has moderate/severe harm or death occurred?│├── No → Duty of Candour does not apply.│ Offer audit if patient requests.│└── Yes▼Conduct Internal Review (Audit)│▼Has a process failure or error below standard occurred?│├── No → Harm due to known limitations of screening.│ Duty of Candour does not apply.│ Share audit findings if patient requests.│└── Yes

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This page compiles key clinical and regulatory guidelines relevant to ophthalmology practice in the UK, including resources from the GMC, NICE, and RCOphth. It serves as a centralized hub for exam-oriented summaries and quick reference, aimed at supporting FRCOphth preparation and clinical understanding. Disclaimer:While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, this platform provides summarized content for educational

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