Neovascular glaucoma (NVG) is a glaucoma that develops secondary to ischaemic retinal vascular disease. It is characterised by anterior segment neovascularisation leading to an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP) and glaucomatous optic neuropathy. If not diagnosed and treated promptly, NVG can cause severe, permanent loss of vision and eye pain.
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