What is the meaning of acute glaucoma?

noun

  • Glaucoma in which the iris blocks the outflow of aqueous humor.
    • usage: "closed-angle glaucoma can cause a rapid buildup of high intraocular pressure that results in permanent visual damage in a couple of days"
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