RESEARCH ARTICLE
Pharmacogenetics — Getting Closer
Ian M. MacDonald*
Article Information
Identifiers and Pagination:
Year: 2009Volume: 3
First Page: 46
Last Page: 49
Publisher ID: TOOPHTJ-3-46
DOI: 10.2174/1874364100903010046
Article History:
Received Date: 29/1/2009Revision Received Date: 12/3/2009
Acceptance Date: 29/3/2009
Electronic publication date: 17/9/2009
Collection year: 2009

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Abstract
This review is written for the generalist to provide an understanding of the application of genetics to the care of patients with glaucoma and the broader concepts of personalized medicine. More specifically, the review will link advances in the genetics of glaucoma with the concepts of pharmacogenetics and its potential to improve patient care.