| Literature DB >> 14419488 |
R S MACKAY, E MARG, R OECHSLI.
Abstract
Methods for externally measuring pressure within body cavities exist. In tonometer form they are fast and gentle not requiring anesthetics for the cornea of the human eye. Readings are accurate and independent of tissue tension, corneal stiffness, astigmatic curvatures, and surface tension. There are also separate indications of corneal rigidity and relaxation, and tonographic fluid expression. Other applications include monitoring blood pressure, uterine contractions, and infant intracranial pressure.Entities:
Keywords: INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE
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Year: 1960 PMID: 14419488 DOI: 10.1126/science.131.3414.1668
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Science ISSN: 0036-8075 Impact factor: 47.728