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Critical issues in implementing low vision care in the Asia-Pacific region
Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2012 Two-thirds of the world′s population with low vision resides in the Asia-Pacific region. Provision of comprehensive low vision services is important to improve vision-related quality of life (QoL) for people with this condition.
Peggy Pei-Chia Chiang +3 more
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Barriers of Cataract surgery among camp screened patients of Sunsari and Morang district of Eastern Nepal [PDF]
Al Ameen Journal of Medical Sciences, 2020 Background: Cataract is the leading cause of blindness in developing countries like Nepal. To meet the objective of VISION 2020, the study of the barriers that delay surgical uptake becomes important.
Rajiv Ranjan Karn +4 more
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Development of SCARLIGHT (Stand Camera Magnifier Light) Media for Improving the Seeing Ability of Low Vision [PDF]
Experienced limitations in visual function and low vision This results in limitations in the level and diversity of visual experience. Information is obtained comprehensively through the sense of sight, therefore vision is hampered by students' low ...
Utomo, Utomo +2 more
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Pediatric Low Vision Management
Delhi Journal of Ophthalmology, 2015 Vision is responsible for 80 -90% of what the child learns during first 6 years of life and promotes growth and development. Specific expertise and methodology is required to evaluate and manage children with low vision.
Sunita Lulla Gur
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Perceptions of optometry coordinators on eye care services in public hospitals of Limpopo province
African Vision and Eye HealthBackground: Evaluation of eye care services (ECS) is essential for assessing the effectiveness and outcomes of eye care delivery, providing improvements, reducing avoidable vision impairment (VI) and promoting optimal eye health. Aim: This study aimed to
Modjadji M. Leshabane +2 more
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A review of factors influencing the utilization of eye care services
African Vision and Eye Health, 2010 Visual impairment (low vision and blindness) is a major health concern all over the world. Three main reasons for the high prevalence of visual impairment are non-availability, non-accessibility andnon-affordability of eye care services.
M. D. Ntsoane, O. A. Oduntan
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Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Introduction Glucagon‐like peptide‐1 receptor agonists (GLP‐1 RAs) have demonstrated significant weight‐reducing effects and may offer benefits in idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH); however, recent concerns about the risk of non‐arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) have emerged.
Faisal A. Al‐Harbi +9 more
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Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Inebilizumab Versus Rituximab in AQP4‐IgG‐Positive NMOSD
Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective Rituximab (anti‐CD20, RTX) and inebilizumab (anti‐CD19, INE) represent B‐cell‐depleting therapies used for aquaporin‐4 antibody‐positive (AQP4‐IgG+) neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD); however, direct comparative evidence remains limited.
Jie Lin +11 more
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, 2009 The care of low-vision patients is termed vision rehabilitation, and optometrists\ud have an essential role to play in the provision of vision rehabilitation services.
Lovie-Kitchin, Jan E.
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Awareness, knowledge, and barriers to low vision services among eye care practitioners
Oman Journal of Ophthalmology, 2016 Background: Eyesight plays an important role in our day today life. When the vision gets hampered, daily activities of an individual will be affected. The prevalence of visual impairment is increasing across the globe, with more burdens on the developing
Judy Jose +3 more
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