Table 1

Genetic models of glaucoma

IOPIncidenceOnset and duration of RGC degenerationCharacteristicsReferences
DBA/2JHighDependent on colonies8~15 monthsRegion specific RGC loss and systemic complications 24 25 34–38
Vav2/3 KOHighAlmost 75%3~8 monthsBuththalmos 40
P2Y6 KOHigh (POAG)100%6~13 monthsEnhanced production of aqueous humour 41
Optineurin E50K knock-inNormal100%3~12 monthsSame as human genetic mutation 49
EAAC1 KONormal100%1~3 monthsEarly onset and short disease course
Decrease in glutathione concentration in the retina and increased oxidative stress
21 23 54 62 69 86
GLAST KONormal100%KO: 3~5 weeks
Heterozygous: 1~4 months
22 54 68 70 80
  • EAAC1, excitatory amino acid carrier 1; GLAST, glutamate/aspartate transporter; IOP, intraocular pressure; KO, knockout; POAG, primary open-angle glaucoma; RGC, retinal ganglion cell.