A study conducted in Finland found that people with glaucoma have higher direct costs compared to those without the disease, as well as higher rates of premature retirement, leading to a significant economic burden on individuals and society. The study evaluated data from the Health 2000 survey and found that glaucoma patients spent more time in the hospital and had higher overall health care costs. The study highlighted the importance of timely treatment for glaucoma to prevent vision deterioration. This research coincided with World Glaucoma Week, emphasizing the need for early detection to reduce the burden of the disease on patients and healthcare systems.
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Glaucoma linked to high individual, societal costs
