Risk Factors for Glaucoma in Musicians

Risk Factors for Glaucoma in Musicians

The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of playing wind instruments for the development of ocular hypertension and glaucoma, together with investigating the prevalence of visual problems and eye diseases in (professional) musicians.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All full time or part time professional players of participating symphony or wind orchestras, including guest players.
• Retired players, if possible.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Difficulty in reading or speaking Dutch.