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Glaucoma Laser Trial (GLT)

Doctor using blue light tonometry on a patient
Blue light tonometry

Results from two years of patient followup in an NEI-supported randomized clinical trial suggest that argon laser therapy may be a safe and effective alternative to eyedrops as a first treatment for patients with newly diagnosed open-angle glaucoma.

Last updated: October 21, 2025