Abstract: Currently, the only approach proven to be efficient in treating glaucoma is lowering the intraocular pressure (IOP). IOP reduction is a remarkable mark to assess the glaucoma treatment. Target IOP is the main indicator of glaucoma individualization treatment. Besides lowering IOP to the target IOP, we should also pay attention to the IOP fluctuation and neuroprotection treatment. The target IOP should be adjusted or re-evaluated following the monitoring of optic nerve structure and visual function progression. The ultimate goal of glaucoma treatment is to prevent the visual function from deterioration, maintain patients’ visual acuity and enhance their quality of life. (Ophthalmol CHN, 2013, 22: 220-223)

Key words: glaucoma/therapy, intraocular pressure, target intraocular pressure