Acute angle-closure glaucoma is an ophthalmologic emergency characterized by a sudden rise in intraocular pressure due to obstruction of aqueous humor outflow. While multiple factors can contribute to this blockage, the primary predisposing condition is anatomical, namely, a shallow anterior chamber that reduces the angle between the iris and cornea. In 2013, glaucoma affected an estimated 65 million people worldwide. The incidence of acute angle-closure glaucoma in white populations is approximately 2 to 4 cases per 100,000 individuals, but rates are notably higher in certain regions, such as Singapore and parts of Asia, where they range from 6 to 12 cases per 100,000.
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