Awareness of ocular diagnosis, transportation means, and barriers to ophthalmology follow-up in the Philadelphia Telemedicine Glaucoma Detection and Follow-up Study

Hark, Lisa A; Radakrishnan, Anjithaa; Madhava, Malika; Anderson-Quiñones, Catherine; Fudemberg, Scott J.; Robinson, Debra; Myers, Jonathan S.; Adeghate, Jennifer; Hegarty, Sarah; Leite, Stela; Leiby, Benjamin E.; Stempel, Stella; Katz, L. Jay

doi:10.1080/00981389.2019.1614711

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“…In a randomized clinical trial of 906 Black patients in Philadelphia diagnosed with glaucoma, affected individuals reported forgetfulness (34.2%), lack of transportation (13.5%), and inability to miss work (7.1%) as barriers to keeping follow-up appointments. 221 Participants suggested that reminder calls and assistance in transportation would help with maintenance of future appointments. 221 In another study of Black patients in New Haven, factors associated with not returning for follow-up glaucoma care include no access to a car, being a current smoker, living alone, number of days between a screening and full evaluation, and younger age.…”

Section: Disparities In Access To Vision and Eye Carementioning

confidence: 99%

“…221 Participants suggested that reminder calls and assistance in transportation would help with maintenance of future appointments. 221 In another study of Black patients in New Haven, factors associated with not returning for follow-up glaucoma care include no access to a car, being a current smoker, living alone, number of days between a screening and full evaluation, and younger age. 222 E. Pediatric Eye Care.…”

Section: Disparities In Access To Vision and Eye Carementioning

confidence: 99%

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Disparities in Vision Health and Eye Care

Elam¹,

Tseng²,

Rodriguez³

et al. 2022

Ophthalmology

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Section: Disparities In Access To Vision and Eye Carementioning

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Disparities in Vision Health and Eye Care

Elam¹,

Tseng²,

Rodriguez³

et al. 2022

Ophthalmology

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“…Individuals with chronic visual diseases require regular follow-up and adherence with their eyecare provider instructions to reduce the potential complications and visual deterioration (20). For example, diabetes-related visual loss is believed to be in part preventable through early detection, regular follow up and timely treatment (21,22).…”

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Health-Related Quality of Life Among Individuals with Visual Conditions Requiring Eyecare During COVID-19 Lockdown.

Almhdawi

Alsalem

Obeidat

et al. 2020

Preprint

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Background: Individuals with chronic vision diseases need regular ophthalmic follow-up. However, access to non-urgent ophthalmic services was limited in areas of strict lockdown during SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic. This article aimed to o assess Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) and its predictors in individuals with chronic vision conditions during COVID-19 lockdown. Methods: A cross-sectional, survey-based study targeted Jordanians adults with variety of chronic vision conditions require regular ophthalmic follow-up. Outcome measures included HRQoL measured by 12-item Short Form health survey (SF-12), mental health symptoms measured by Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS 21), vision ability measured by the National Eye Institute Visual Functioning Questionnaire (VFQ-25) General Vision and Role Limitation subscales. Data were analyzed descriptively and using a multiple variable linear regression to identify HRQoL predictors. Results: A total of 201 participants completed the study with a mean age of 52.09 (±15.41) years and SF-12 mean score of 57.90 (±18.15). Level of HRQoL was significantly and negatively predicted by VFQ-25 Role Limitation subscale, presence of diabetes, the need of ophthalmic follow-up during lockdown, and stress. The regression model explained 47.1% of the variance in HRQoL (r2=0.471, F=35.57, P<0.001).Conclusions: Jordanian individuals with chronic vision conditions requiring non-urgent ophthalmic follow-up demonstrated a relatively low level of HRQoL during COVID-19 lockdown. Participants also showed adverse impact on mental health and reported low accessibility to ophthalmic care. Access to non-urgent ophthalmic care in individuals with chronic vision diseases should be carefully considered by healthcare administrations and policymakers for optimal service planning during pandemics and crises.

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“…Glaucoma progression is closely related to elevation in the IOP [2]. Furthermore, glaucoma is considered the second most common cause of bilateral blindness worldwide, representing 14% of the blind population [3][4][5][6]. Therefore, raising awareness about Glaucoma had become of a great importance.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Being aware about glaucoma can increase the chance of identifying undetected cases, as glaucoma advances gradually, with few or no recognizable symptoms in the early stage [7,8]. This Mindfulness about glaucoma and other eye diseases, as well as the appropriate treatment and the need for regular follow-up with an eye care provider, can play a significant role in the prevention of irreversible visual impairment from eye diseases such as glaucoma [5,9,10].…”

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Awareness of glaucoma in the western region of Saudi Arabia

Almarzouki

2020

Heritage and Sustainable Development

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Aim: To evaluate the awareness about glaucoma among adults and its related health problems in Jeddah, Western region of Saudi Arabia and to assess the relationship between the awareness and knowledge about glaucoma across the socio-demographic characteristics. This will help to develop educational and screening programs of glaucoma which could help in early detection and diagnosis of the disease therefore reducing its sight threatening outcomes. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study which included a sample of 608 adults in June 2019. Participants took part filling in the online multiple choice sociodemographic and glaucoma awareness questionnaire. Results: The mean age of the participants was 28.3 years ±11.4 with (59.2%) males and (40.8%) females. The majority of the respondents 70.9% were single and the majority had a bachelor's degree. Overall, 66.3% of the participants had knowledge about glaucoma, whereas 33.7% had no previous knowledge about glaucoma. Significant association between higher educational level and awareness of glaucoma was (P= 0.024). Females and age group (?40) also showed significant associations with glaucoma awareness (P= <0.0001 and P= <0.0001 respectively). 58% of the aware group suffering from glaucoma and 36% have a family history or relatives diagnosed with glaucoma. High IOP and old age were the main risk factors chosen by the participants (74.2% and 72.5% respectively). The majority of the aware group reported that glaucoma can result in blindness and could be preventable. Conclusion: Assessing the glaucoma awareness in this study, the outcomes showed that majority had good knowledge of glaucoma. Larger surveys which include all cities of the country are suggested to assess the level of awareness and helps in establishing a proper educational and screening programs.

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Awareness of ocular diagnosis, transportation means, and barriers to ophthalmology follow-up in the Philadelphia Telemedicine Glaucoma Detection and Follow-up Study

Cited by 25 publications

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Disparities in Vision Health and Eye Care

Disparities in Vision Health and Eye Care

Health-Related Quality of Life Among Individuals with Visual Conditions Requiring Eyecare During COVID-19 Lockdown.

Awareness of glaucoma in the western region of Saudi Arabia

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