5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Gonioscopy remains a valuable diagnostic tool for glaucoma, aiding in the assessment of angle structures and conditions.

• 2

  Multiple gonioscopy lens options exist, including single, two, three, four, and six mirror lenses, each with specific uses.

• 3

  Indirect, direct, and compression gonioscopy techniques are employed, with compression being crucial for evaluating angle closure.

• 4

  Proper patient education and comfort measures are essential for successful gonioscopy, as patients may feel apprehensive.

• 5

  Dim illumination and appropriate magnification enhance gonioscopy, allowing for better visualization of angle structures.