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CHARGE, named for common findings—coloboma, heart defects, atresia of choanae, retardation of growth and development, genital hypoplasia, and ear anomalies—is a frequent etiology of deaf-blindness. A retrospective review in a pediatric…
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On comparing the Humphrey Field Analyzer (HFA) 24-2C Faster, which tests 10 additional points in the central field, with the 24-2 Swedish Interactive Thresholding Algorithm (SITA) Standard for detecting central field defects, we found …
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This work validates Rasch analysis of a performance-based low vision outcome measure evaluated in patients’ own homes to ensure real-world relevance. Inclusion of sources of variance from the patient’s home environment in functional ou…
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This study examined the optical impact of a DF contact lens during near viewing in a sample of habitual DF lens wearing children.
METHODS
Seventeen myopic children aged 14 to 18 years who had completed 3 or 6 years o…
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Myopia prevalence is increasing worldwide. Axial length, refractive error, and keratometry are important outcome measures in myopia management. Precise measurement methods are required for myopia management. Various devices are used to…
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Corneal inlays, one of the treatment options for presbyopia, are effective and safe, and various such devices have been developed. However, there have been cases of inlay removal due to complications or patient dissatisfaction.
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