Factors associated with loss to follow‐up in patients with advanced age‐related macular degeneration: A telehealth recall initiative
Rachel Munzar,
Shiyoung Roh,
David J. Ramsey
Abstract:IntroductionPatients with advanced age‐related macular degeneration (AMD) frequently experience loss to follow‐up (LTFU), heightening the risk of vision loss from treatment delays. This study aimed to identify factors contributing to LTFU in patients with advanced AMD and assess the effectiveness of telephone‐based outreach in reconnecting them with eye care.MethodsA custom reporting tool identified patients with advanced AMD who had not returned for eye care between 31 October 2021 and 1 November 2022. Potent… Show more
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