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Eye care in care homes1
Care home residents commonly present with multiple co-morbidities and have complex care needs. Routine access to eye care has been widely acknowledged to facilitate early detection and timely treatment of age-related ocular pathologies, while also helping to maintain the independence and quality of life of residents in the care home setting, where they rely heavily on their care providers.1
Studies assessing eye care provisions in care homes
The provision of eye care services in care home settings was assessed by two studies conducted in Canada and South India.1
Evaluation of optometrist‑led eye care services
Two studies assessed the efficacy of optometrist-led eye care in the United States and Canada.1
Home‑based diabetic screening programme evaluation
Impact of cataract surgery on outcomes
Refractive error correction and outcomes
- Evidence suggests inadequate eye care provision in care homes.1
- Proactive domiciliary optometrist-led services can improve eye care.1
- Improved diagnosis and management of eye conditions observed.1
- 53% of residents received direct ophthalmological interventions.1
- 18.9% of residents were referred to other specialists for further benefit.1
- Ma N, Low S, Hasan S, et al. Provision of eye care services and interventions in care homes: A narrative synthesis review. Eur Geriatr Med. 2023;14(1):153-164. doi:10.1007/s41999-022-00741-2. PMID: 36645609
NON-2023-10916 - Date of creation 01/24