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Vision 2020: Where are We?
journal contribution
posted on 2023-08-30, 16:50 authored by Rupert R. A. BournePurpose of review:
To describe the VISION 2020: The Right to Sight, global initiative for the elimination of avoidable blindness, the contribution of glaucoma to the magnitude of global blindness and priorities going forward.
Recent findings:
Although the target of the World Health Organization's Global Action Plan (2014–2019) has not been met in terms of 25% reduction in avoidable blindness, there is evidence that the contribution of glaucoma to blindness and vision impairment is reducing. Yet this focus on a threshold of visual acuity by which to measure prevalence underestimates the true burden of glaucoma. Recent population-based studies demonstrate the scale of the unmet need.
Summary:
Scaling up of integrated people-centered eye care, by embedding glaucoma detection and care pathways in health systems with a strong focus on primary healthcare, is necessary. Solutions include reinforcing existing pathways while emphasizing high-quality glaucoma care, in addition to novel solutions such as self-testing, digital portable technology, artificial intelligence, and multilevel care pathways that extend to the most underserved parts of the global community.
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31Issue number
2Page range
81-84Publication title
Current Opinion in OphthalmologyISSN
1531-7021External DOI
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Lippincott, Williams & WilkinsFile version
- Accepted version
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- eng
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2019-12-18Legacy creation date
2019-12-18Legacy Faculty/School/Department
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