openangle

Openangle is a term that may refer to different concepts in science, medicine, and technology. In ophthalmology, it is commonly associated with open-angle glaucoma, the most prevalent form of glaucoma.

Open-angle glaucoma is a chronic condition characterized by progressive optic nerve damage and visual field loss, usually due to impaired drainage of aqueous humor despite an open iridocorneal angle. It typically develops slowly and may be asymptomatic until significant vision loss occurs. Risk factors include age, family history, and elevated intraocular pressure. Management aims to lower intraocular pressure through medications, laser therapy, or surgical interventions, to slow progression.

In technology and software, OpenAngle can be the name of an open-source project or library focused on angle-related computations, such as angle measurement in geometry, computer vision, or 3D modeling. Such projects typically provide APIs for vector angle computation, support for common geometric data formats, cross-platform builds, and community contributions under permissive licenses. The exact scope varies by implementation.

Because openangle is not uniquely defined, the meaning depends on context, and users should look for domain-specific documentation to determine which concept is intended.