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Scheres LMJ, Hiligsmann M, van Gorcom L, Essers BAB, Beckers HJM. Eliciting preferences in glaucoma management-a systematic review of stated-preference studies. Eye (Lond) 2023; 37:3137-3144. [PMID: 36944711 PMCID: PMC10564796 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-023-02482-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Revised: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In most cases, glaucoma patients require long-term medical and/or surgical treatment. Preference studies investigate how different aspects of glaucoma management, such as health or process outcomes, are valued and herewith help stakeholders make care more responsive to patients' needs. As, to our knowledge, no overview of these studies is currently available, this study aims to systematically review and critically appraise these studies. METHODS A systematic literature review was conducted using keywords for stated-preference studies and glaucoma up to October 2021. Studies were included if they were original research and used a stated-preference methodology to investigate preferences in patients or healthcare professionals for different aspects of glaucoma management. Data were extracted and summarized. Furthermore, a quality appraisal of the included studies was performed using two validated checklists. RESULTS The search yielded 1214 articles after removal of duplicates. Of those, 11 studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Studies aimed to elicit preferences for glaucoma treatment (27%), glaucoma related health state valuation (36%), and services (36%) from the patient (91%) or ophthalmologists' perspective (9%). Altogether studies included 69 attributes. The majority of attributes were outcome related (62%), followed by process (32%) and cost attributes (6%). Outcome attributes (e.g., effectiveness) were most often of highest importance to the population. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review provides an up-to-date and critical review of stated-preference studies in the field of glaucoma, suggesting that patients have preferences and are willing to trade-off between characteristics, and revealed that outcome attributes are the most influential characteristics of glaucoma management.
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- L M J Scheres
- University Eye Clinic Maastricht, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- University Eye Clinic Maastricht, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- University Eye Clinic Maastricht, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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Birhan GS, Belete GT, Eticha BL, Ayele FA. Magnitude of Maladaptive Coping Strategy and Its Associated Factors Among Adult Glaucoma Patients Attending Tertiary Eye Care Center in Ethiopia. Clin Ophthalmol 2023; 17:711-723. [PMID: 36895951 PMCID: PMC9990501 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s398990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Introduction Coping strategy is the mechanism by which patients adjust to the condition they face. It can be adaptive or maladaptive. A maladaptive coping strategy is a harmful and ineffective way of dealing with stress or anxiety. It is common among patients with chronic illnesses. Despite Ethiopia having a greater glaucoma prevalence, there was no evidence of patients with glaucoma using maladaptive coping mechanisms. Objective The main goal of this study was to evaluate the magnitude of maladaptive coping strategy use and the factors that associate with it among adult glaucoma patients enrolled in the Tertiary Eye Care and Training Center at the University of Gondar in Northwest Ethiopia in 2022. Methods and Materials At the University of Gondar, Tertiary Eye Care and Training Center, a facility-based cross-sectional study was carried out on a sample of 423 glaucoma patients chosen by a systematic random sampling technique from May 15 to June 30, 2022. Optometrists conducted an interview with the study subject and reviewed the medical record, and administered a pretested, structured questionnaire of the brief cope inventory assessment. In the multivariable logistic regression, binary logistic regression was performed to identify the related factors, and significance was taken into account when the p-value was less than 0.05 at the 95% confidence interval. Results The study found that among study participants 50.1% (95% CI: 45.1-54.5%) had a maladaptive coping strategy. Female sex (AOR=2.031, 95% CI:1.185-3.480), chronic medical illness (AOR=1.760, 95% CI:1.036-2.989), bilateral glaucoma (AOR=2.321, 95% CI: 1.328-4.055), receiving both drug and surgery treatment (AOR=1.895, 95% CI: 1.002-3.585), severe visual impairment (AOR=2.758, 95% CI:1.110-6.852), absolute glaucoma (AOR=2.543, 95% CI:1.048-6.169), duration of diagnosis >12 months (AOR=3.886, 95% CI: 2.295-6.580) were significantly associated with a maladaptive coping strategy. Conclusion and Recommendation Half of the participants had a maladaptive coping strategy. It is better to set and plan strategies that enable the integration of coping strategy care into the current treatment of patients with glaucoma to encourage positive coping strategies instead of maladaptive ones.
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- Getenet Shumet Birhan
- Department of Optometry, School of Medicine, University of Gondar, Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Optometry, School of Medicine, University of Gondar, Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Optometry, School of Medicine, University of Gondar, Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Gondar, Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Doyle JM, Haq AS, Aslam SA. Surgical outcomes in only eye cataract surgery. Eur J Ophthalmol 2023; 33:223-229. [PMID: 35369780 DOI: 10.1177/11206721221092221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Performing cataract surgery in the setting of only one seeing-eye has significant benefits but also potential negative consequences for both patient and surgeon. This study investigates the surgical outcomes in patients undergoing cataract surgery on their only seeing-eye. METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted in a single tertiary centre of all adult patients who had undergone cataract surgery on their only eye, where the fellow eye had a vision of 1.0 LogMAR or worse. Complication rates and visual outcomes were compared against data from the National Ophthalmology Database (NOD) Audit. RESULTS 918 patients underwent cataract surgery on their only seeing-eye and had their postoperative visual acuity recorded. The overall unadjusted complication rate was 4.0% (versus 2.5% from NOD data) with the rate of posterior capsule rupture (PCR) being 1.9% (versus 1.14% from NOD data). 72.5% (versus 91.5% from NOD data) of patients attained a post-operative visual acuity of 0.3 LogMAR or better. The grade of surgeon performing the surgery did not have a statistically significant effect on the risk of complications. DISCUSSION In this cohort of only-eye patients undergoing cataract surgery, there was a small increased risk of operative complications including an increased, unadjusted risk of PCR, and fewer eyes achieved 0.3 LogMAR vision post-operatively compared to the NOD audit data. Grade of surgeon did not have an impact on the complication rate, indicating that with appropriate supervision, trainee surgeons may gain experience in only-eye surgery without additional risk to the patient. Further multicentre studies are recommended to assess reproducibility across units.
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- 574106Oxford Eye Hospital, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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- 574106Oxford Eye Hospital, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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Posturographic Analysis in Patients Affected by Central and Peripheral Visual Impairment. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12101709. [PMID: 36294848 PMCID: PMC9605014 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12101709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2022] [Revised: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Although vision loss is known to affect equilibrium maintenance, postural control in patients affected by low vision has been poorly investigated. We evaluated postural stability and the ability to use visual, proprioceptive and vestibular information in different low vision patterns. Ten adults with normal vision (NC), fourteen adults affected by central visual impairment (CLV) and eight adults affected by peripheral visual impairment (PLV) were enrolled in our study. Patients underwent visual, vestibular and postural evaluation (bedside examination, Computed Dynamic Posturograophy). Motor Control Tests were performed to analyze automatic postural adaptive responses elicited by unexpected postural disturbances. Clinical evaluations did not show abnormality in all patients. In the Sensory Organization Test, CLV and PLV patients performed more poorly in conditions 3-6 and 3-4, as compared to NC subjects. The condition 5 score was significantly lower in the CLV group with respect to the PLV patients. Composite equilibrium scores demonstrated significant differences between low-vision subjects vs. NC subjects. No differences were found for somatosensorial contribution. Visual afferences showed lower values in all visually impaired subjects, while vestibular contribution was lower in the CLV patients as compared to the NC and PLV patients. MCT latencies were significantly worse in the CLV subjects. In the low-vision patients, postural control was modified with a specific pattern of strategy adaptation. Different modulations of postural control and different adaptive responses seemed to characterize CLV patients as compared to PLV subjects.
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Knight LSW, Ridge B, Staffieri SE, Craig JE, Prem Senthil M, Souzeau E. Quality of life in children with glaucoma: a qualitative interview study in Australia. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e062754. [PMID: 35858727 PMCID: PMC9305814 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-062754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Childhood glaucoma is a chronic vision-threatening condition that may significantly impact an individual's psychosocial well-being. There is a paucity of literature investigating the quality of life (QoL) in children with glaucoma. The aim of this study was to investigate and report on the QoL issues encountered by children with glaucoma. DESIGN This is a qualitative interview study. Data were collected through semistructured interviews. NVivo V.12 software (QSR International Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Australia) was used to analyse and code data to identify QoL themes. The prominence of QoL themes was determined by the number of children who raised issues connected to the corresponding theme. SETTING Interviews were conducted via telephone or videoconferencing between April 2020 and July 2021. PARTICIPANTS Eighteen children with glaucoma, aged 8-17 years, who resided in Australia, were recruited from the Australian and New Zealand Registry of Advanced Glaucoma. RESULTS Median child age was 12.1 years (IQR: 9.7-14.5 years) and 33% were female. Seven QoL themes were identified: 'coping', 'inconveniences' and 'emotional well-being' were more prominent themes than 'symptoms', 'ocular health concerns', 'social well-being' and 'autonomy'. Adaptive coping strategies included resilience throughout clinical examinations and establishing positive relationships with ophthalmologists. These minimised inconveniences related to clinic waiting times and pupillary dilatation. External to the clinical setting, children often dissociated from their glaucoma but struggled with glare symptoms and feeling misunderstood by fellow peers. Older children aged 13-17 years commonly disengaged from their glaucoma care and expressed an unwillingness to attend ophthalmic appointments. Older children further raised issues with career options, obtaining a driver's licence and family planning under the theme of autonomy. CONCLUSIONS The psychosocial impact of childhood glaucoma extends beyond the clinical environment and was minimised using coping strategies. Older children may require additional social and ophthalmic support as they transition into adulthood.
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- Lachlan S W Knight
- Department of Ophthalmology, Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
- Department of Ophthalmology, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
- Centre for Eye Research Australia, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Ophthalmology, University of Melbourne, Department of Surgery, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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Allison K, Patel D, Besharim C. The Value of Annual Glaucoma Screening for High-Risk Adults Ages 60 to 80. Cureus 2021; 13:e18710. [PMID: 34790465 PMCID: PMC8582616 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Glaucoma will increase in significance as a public health problem over the next three decades as the size of the aging US population grows more significant. Because glaucoma is more prevalent among African-Americans and Hispanics, and these groups will soon outnumber Caucasians. Therefore, it is even more imperative that a referral for screening protocol for high-risk groups be implemented as the standard of care. At least half of those with glaucoma do not know they have it, and the impact on the quality of life for those whose glaucoma progresses to visual impairment or blindness is significant. Without screening, glaucoma is likely to burden many families, particularly the underserved and society, unduly. Education for the public, those at increased risk, and their physicians about glaucoma, the importance of objective screening, and early treatment even for those with no symptoms will be critical toward the success of any screening protocol.
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- Public Health, New York Medical College School of Health Sciences and Practice, Valhalla, USA
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- Health policy and Management, New York Medical College School of Health Sciences and Practice, Valhalla, USA
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Quality of Life in Adults with Childhood Glaucoma: An Interview Study. Ophthalmol Glaucoma 2021; 5:325-336. [PMID: 34562634 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogla.2021.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore and report on the quality-of-life (QoL) issues encountered by adults with childhood glaucoma. DESIGN Exploratory qualitative study. PARTICIPANTS Forty-seven participants with childhood glaucoma (defined as disease onset <18 years) recruited from the Australian and New Zealand Registry of Advanced Glaucoma (ANZRAG). METHODS A qualitative research methodology (interpretive phenomenology) was applied, and data were collected through semistructured in-depth interviews. NVivo-12 software (QSR International Pty Ltd) was used to inductively analyze and code data to identify QoL themes pertinent to the cohort studied. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Quality-of-life themes and subthemes. RESULTS Mean participant age was 40.0 ± 15.3 years, and 55% of participants were female. We identified 10 QoL themes pertinent to adults living with childhood glaucoma. Coping strategies and emotional well-being were the most prominent themes. Maladaptive coping strategies, including treatment nonadherence, were observed more commonly in individuals aged <40 years and those without a vision impairment or reviewed less regularly. Emotional well-being was affected by feelings of being misunderstood because of the rarity of the condition, being self-conscious of physical manifestations of the disease, and anxiety related to possible disease progression and vision loss. The effect of childhood glaucoma on family planning formed a novel QoL theme and included worry for their child to inherit the condition and an inability to fulfill parental duties. This often led to genetic counseling-seeking behaviors. Mobility issues were infrequently experienced. CONCLUSIONS Childhood glaucoma poses a substantial impact to the emotional well-being of adults with the condition, which is mediated by the use of coping strategies. Genetic counseling and family planning options may be important. This study supports the development of a childhood glaucoma-specific patient-reported outcome measure for assessment of the psychosocial impact of childhood glaucoma in adults.
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Sensitivity to Central Crowding for Faces in Patients With Glaucoma. J Glaucoma 2021; 30:140-147. [PMID: 33074958 DOI: 10.1097/ijg.0000000000001710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PRECIS Some patients with glaucoma report difficulties to recognize faces when they are far away. We show that this deficit could result from a higher sensitivity to crowding in central vision. PURPOSE The aim of the study is to investigate whether face recognition difficulties reported by some patients with glaucoma result from a greater sensitivity to inner crowding in central vision. METHODS Seventeen patients with glaucoma and 17 age-matched normally sighted controls participated in the study. An isolated mouth (uncrowded condition) or a mouth within a face (crowded condition) was randomly displayed centrally for 200 ms. For each condition, participants were asked to decide whether the mouth was closed or open. The stimuli were presented at 3 angular sizes (0.6×0.4, 1×0.72, and 1.5×1.08 degrees). Accuracy was measured. RESULTS Crowding affected performance differentially for patients and controls. Consistent with previous studies controls exhibited a "face superiority effect," with a better accuracy when the mouth was located within the face than when it was isolated. Sensitivity to crowding, reflected in a better accuracy with the isolated mouth, was observed in 10 of 17 patients only for small images. Crowding disappeared for larger faces, as the facial features were spaced out. Five patients were not sensitive to crowding. Importantly, no difference was found between the 2 subgroups of patients (sensitive vs. nonsensitive) in terms of mean deviation, contrast sensitivity, acuity, thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer, or macular ganglion cell-inner plexiform layer. CONCLUSIONS An excessive sensitivity to central crowding might explain the difficulties in face perception and reading reported by some patients with glaucoma. The sensory or cognitive processes underlying this excessive sensitivity must be elucidated to improve central perception in glaucoma.
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Lange R, Kumagai A, Weiss S, Zaffke KB, Day S, Wicker D, Howson A, Jayasundera KT, Smolinski L, Hedlich C, Lee PP, Massof RW, Stelmack JA, Carlozzi NE, Ehrlich JR. Vision-related quality of life in adults with severe peripheral vision loss: a qualitative interview study. J Patient Rep Outcomes 2021; 5:7. [PMID: 33439361 PMCID: PMC7806695 DOI: 10.1186/s41687-020-00281-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Existing patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures may not be relevant to the full range of functional and vision-related quality of life (VR-QOL) concerns of individuals with vision impairment due to severe peripheral field loss (PFL). Measurement of VR-QOL in severe PFL is important in order to determine the effectiveness of vision rehabilitation interventions for this population. The purpose of this study was to characterize the impact of severe PFL due to retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and glaucoma on VR-QOL as the initial phase in the development of a novel PRO measure. Methods Individuals with severe PFL due to RP or glaucoma were recruited from the Kellogg Eye Center and the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Participants completed semi-structured qualitative interviews, the Impact of Vision Impairment (IVI) questionnaire and the RAND 36-Item Health Survey. Interviews were analyzed by two coders using thematic analysis. A matrix analysis was conducted to compare VR-QOL by cause of severe PFL. Sample size was determined by thematic saturation. Results The study included 37 participants (19 RP, 18 glaucoma). Median best-corrected visual acuity for those with RP and glaucoma was 20/40 and 20/27.5, while Pelli-Robson contrast sensitivity was 1.2 log contrast sensitivity (logCS) and 1.1 logCS, respectively. Median domain scores on the IVI (reading, mobility, well-being) ranged from a low of − 0.2 to a high of 0.7 logits in those with RP and from 0.5 to 1.2 logits in those with glaucoma. Qualitative interviews identified six VR-QOL themes relevant across participants with both RP and glaucoma, including activity limitations, driving, emotional well-being, reading, mobility, and social function. VR-QOL concerns were largely consistent among those with severe PFL due to RP and glaucoma. These overarching themes contained content relevant to specific challenges related to severe PFL. Conclusions There are commonly occurring VR-QOL concerns among individuals with severe PFL due to RP and glaucoma. The outlined themes will serve as the basis for development of the Low Vision Severely Constricted Peripheral Eyesight (LV-SCOPE) Questionnaire. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s41687-020-00281-y.
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- Ryan Lange
- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA
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- Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
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- Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA.,Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.,Center for Outcomes Development and Application, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Center for Eye Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, USA. .,Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
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Prem Senthil M, Lim L, Braithwaite T, Denniston A, Fenwick EK, Lamoureux E, Khadka J, Pesudovs K. The Impact of Adult Uveitis on Quality of Life: An Exploratory Study. Ophthalmic Epidemiol 2020; 28:444-452. [PMID: 33345711 DOI: 10.1080/09286586.2020.1856385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE: This exploratory qualitative research was conducted to understand the quality of life (QoL) impacts of adult uveitis to develop a uveitis QoL item bank, and we present here the results of qualitative analysis of uveitis patient experience.METHODS: A qualitative approach with phenomenological study design was employed to explore the common QoL domains in uveitis. Data were collected using focus groups and face-to-face interviews. The sessions were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed thematically. NViVo software was used to perform qualitative analysis.RESULTS: Eight focus groups and 10 interviews were conducted with 41 patients with uveitis. Seven QoL domains were identified, namely symptoms, emotional, activity limitation, health concerns, convenience, social, and economic impact. Although these QoL domains have been previously identified in other eye diseases, the sub-themes within each QoL domain were unique to uveitis. Participants described a variety of symptoms including increased light sensitivity, blurred vision, pain, redness, and tearing. Participants repeatedly described feeling frustrated due to prognostic uncertainty and associated discomfort. Participants were concerned about the frequent relapses of inflammation, as well as side-effects from long-term systemic medications. Uveitis affected their ability to perform daily tasks such as using computers, driving, and reading books. Direct financial impacts included reduced work hours and the costs of treatment and specialist care.CONCLUSION: Participants with uveitis experience many symptoms in addition to medication-related inconveniences and activity limitations. The QoL issues identified will be used to develop a uveitis-specific QoL item bank.
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- Mallika Prem Senthil
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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- Centre for Eye Research Australia, University of Melbourne, the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- University Hospitals Birmingham, NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK.,University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia.,Registry of Older South Australians, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia.,University of South Australia Business School, Adelaide, Australia
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- University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.,Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK
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Jones L, Taylor DJ, Sii F, Masood I, Crabb DP, Shah P. Only eye study 2 (OnES 2): 'Am I going to be able to see when the patch comes off?' A qualitative study of patient experiences of undergoing high-stakes only eye surgery. BMJ Open 2020; 10:e038916. [PMID: 33168554 PMCID: PMC7654112 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-038916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Ocular surgery is a source of significant concern for many patients, especially in high-stakes circumstances. The purpose of this study was to explore patient experiences of undergoing surgery on their only-seeing eye. DESIGN A qualitative investigation using semistructured face-to-face interviews. Transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis. SETTING Hospital eye service in the UK. PARTICIPANTS Twelve participants with a diagnosis of glaucoma with worse eye visual acuity <3/60± end-stage visual field loss. All participants had experience of undergoing surgery on their better-seeing (ie, 'only') eye. RESULTS Data were coded into three key themes relating to (1) emotional impact of surgery, (2) burden of visual loss and (3) coping with surgery. Patients reported depressive symptoms at all stages of their surgical journey; concern about poor visual outcomes was a common feature. Only eye surgery imposes an emotional burden due to the uncertainty regarding individuals' ability to continue daily activities and maintaining social roles. Burden extended to the inconvenience of frequent hospital visits and difficulties with follow-up care. Participants' ability to cope effectively with surgery appeared to be linked to extent of support from healthcare professionals. Key areas in developing trust and support were an open and transparent dialogue between surgeons and patients, continuity of care, patient inclusion in decision-making, and observable empathy. CONCLUSIONS The findings indicate a need for an enhanced model of care in only eye surgery to better target patient preferences and allay concerns inherent with these procedures.
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- Lee Jones
- Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, School of Health Sciences, City University of London, London, UK
- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Institute of Translational Medicine, Birmingham, UK
- NIHR Clinical Research Facility, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
- Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, School of Health Sciences, City University of London, London, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Institute of Translational Medicine, Birmingham, UK
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Institute of Translational Medicine, Birmingham, UK
- Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Birmingham, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences, School of Health Sciences, City University of London, London, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Institute of Translational Medicine, Birmingham, UK
- Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, London, UK
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
- Centre for Health and Social Care Improvement, University of Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, UK
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Invernizzi A, Haykal S, Lo Faro V, Pennisi V, Choritz L. Influence of electromagnetic radiation emitted by daily-use electronic devices on the Eyemate® system in-vitro: a feasibility study. BMC Ophthalmol 2020; 20:357. [PMID: 32867712 PMCID: PMC7461327 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-020-01623-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2020] [Accepted: 08/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Eyemate® is a system for the continual monitoring of intraocular pressure (IOP), composed of an intraocular sensor, and a hand-held reader device. As the eyemate®-IO sensor communicates with the hand-held reader telemetrically, some patients might fear that the electronic devices that they use on a daily basis might somehow interfere with this communication, leading to unreliable measurements of IOP. In this study, we investigated the effect of electromagnetic radiation produced by a number of everyday electronic devices on the measurements made by an eyemate®-IO sensor in-vitro, in an artificial and controlled environment. METHODS The eyemate®-IO sensor was suspended in a sterile 0.9% sodium chloride solution and placed in a water bath at 37 °C. The antenna, connected to a laptop for recording the data, was positioned at a fixed distance of 1 cm from the sensor. Approximately 2 hrs of "quasi-continuous" measurements were recorded for the baseline and for a cordless phone, a smart-phone and a laptop. Repeated measures ANOVA was used to compare any possible differences between the baseline and the tested devices. RESULTS For baseline measurements, the sensor maintained a steady-state, resulting in a flat profile at a mean pressure reading of 0.795 ± 0.45 hPa, with no apparent drift. No statistically significant difference (p = 0.332) was found between the fluctuations in the baseline and the tested devices (phone: 0.76 ± 0.41 hPa; cordless: 0.787 ± 0.26 hPa; laptop: 0.775 ± 0.39 hPa). CONCLUSION In our in-vitro environment, we found no evidence of signal drifts or fluctuations associated with the tested devices, thus showing a lack of electromagnetic interference with data transmission in the tested frequency ranges.
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- Azzurra Invernizzi
- Laboratory for Experimental Ophthalmology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O.Box 30.001, 9700, Groningen, RB, Netherlands.
- Cognitive Neuroscience Center, Department of Biomedical Sciences of Cells & Systems, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands.
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- Laboratory for Experimental Ophthalmology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O.Box 30.001, 9700, Groningen, RB, Netherlands
- Cognitive Neuroscience Center, Department of Biomedical Sciences of Cells & Systems, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Laboratory for Experimental Ophthalmology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O.Box 30.001, 9700, Groningen, RB, Netherlands
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany.
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Bicket AK, Le JT, Yorkgitis C, Li T. Priorities and Treatment Preferences among Surgery-Naive Patients with Moderate to Severe Open-Angle Glaucoma. Ophthalmol Glaucoma 2020; 3:377-383. [PMID: 32768363 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogla.2020.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2020] [Revised: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 05/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore patients' perspectives and experiences living with moderate to severe glaucoma through qualitative, semistructured interviews and to identify important benefits and risks that patients consider when choosing glaucoma treatments. DESIGN Semistructured, in-person qualitative interviews with a convenience sample of patients seen at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. PARTICIPANTS Surgery-naive patients 21 years of age or older with moderate to severe open-angle glaucoma seeking treatment at the Wilmer Eye Institute's Glaucoma Center of Excellence between August and December 2018. METHODS We conducted semistructured interviews with patients diagnosed with moderate to severe open-angle glaucoma, focusing on outcomes they prioritize when considering various treatment options. We used Atlas.ti software version 7.5.12 (Scientific Software Development GmbH, Berlin, Germany) to process interview transcripts and the framework approach to analyze the qualitative data. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Patients' descriptions of outcomes important to them in management of moderate to severe open-angle glaucoma. RESULTS Thirteen men and 15 women with a median age 67 years participated in the study. Compared with the mild-to-moderate glaucoma patients interviewed previously, these participants similarly emphasized (1) activities of daily living, (2) visual symptoms, (3) treatment burden, and (4) intraocular pressure (IOP) control, but unlike patients with milder disease, most related IOP control directly to (5) avoiding disease progression. Almost all (27/28) had also given significant thought to (6) surgical decision making and could describe how they would decide for or against a particular procedure. Finally, two thirds (18/28) expressed (7) significant fear and worry related to their glaucoma diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS We identified outcomes that matter to patients who are undergoing treatment for moderate to severe glaucoma, many of which may serve as end points in clinical trials, such as functional independence in vision-dependent activities of daily living, avoidance of visual symptoms, and disease progression via maintenance of IOP control. We also observed that these patients have varied and nuanced perspectives on surgical management and its outcomes. It behooves providers and trial designers to consider these in future evaluations of new treatments for moderate to severe glaucoma.
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- Amanda K Bicket
- Wilmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland.
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- Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Wilmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Colorado Denver-Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado
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Perception of Gaze Direction in Glaucoma: A Study on Social Cognition. Optom Vis Sci 2020; 97:286-292. [DOI: 10.1097/opx.0000000000001496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Taylor DJ, Jones L, Binns AM, Crabb DP. 'You've got dry macular degeneration, end of story': a qualitative study into the experience of living with non-neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Eye (Lond) 2020; 34:461-473. [PMID: 31118490 PMCID: PMC7042256 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-019-0445-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2018] [Revised: 03/25/2019] [Accepted: 04/04/2019] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES To investigate the impact of non-neovascular (dry) age-related macular degeneration (AMD) on the person with respect to diagnosis, vision loss and coping strategies. SUBJECTS/METHODS Volunteers with dry AMD with a range of disease severity were given an eye examination and asked to describe aspects of their experience with dry AMD in a semi-structured interview. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and subjected to Framework analysis. Overarching themes were pre-defined, whilst subthemes were derived from the data. RESULTS Twenty-seven participants (81% female), with early (n = 3), intermediate (n = 16) and advanced dry AMD (GA; n = 8) were interviewed. Median (interquartile range) age (years), logMAR binocular visual acuity and Pelli-Robson contrast sensitivity were 76 (71, 80), 0.2 (0.18, 0.40) and 1.65 (1.35, 1.93), respectively. Overarching themes (and subthemes) were: diagnosis (relationship with healthcare professional, psychological impact of diagnosis, and knowledge of AMD, both pre- and post-diagnosis), impact of visual loss (functional and psychological) and coping strategies (help from others and personal strategies). Many participants reported feelings of distress at the time of diagnosis and, particularly noteworthy, several reported a constant fear of their condition worsening. CONCLUSIONS Dry AMD, for which there is currently no treatment, can have a significant impact on individuals, even in its early stages, before significant functional vision loss is manifest, as well as in its intermediate and advanced stages. Results from this study offer important insight into the experience of living with dry AMD not previously explored. Moreover, the results have the potential to serve as an educational resource for eyecare professionals.
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- Deanna J Taylor
- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB, UK.
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In clinical glaucoma research, the measurement of patient reported outcomes, functional assessment of disability, and health economic impact is critical. However, valid, time-efficient and comprehensive tools are not available and several current instruments lack in the appropriate precision for measuring the various dimensions of glaucoma-related quality of life (QoL), including functioning and mobility. Furthermore, statistical methods are inconsistently and sometimes incorrectly used in otherwise sound clinical studies. Standardizing and improving methods of patient-centered data collection and analysis in glaucoma studies are imperative. This paper outlines recommendations and provides a discussion of some of the pertinent issues relating to the optimization of patient-reported outcomes research in glaucoma.
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Jones L, Taylor DJ, Sii F, Masood I, Crabb DP, Shah P. The Only Eye Study (OnES): a qualitative study of surgeon experiences of only eye surgery and recommendations for patient safety. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e030068. [PMID: 31874868 PMCID: PMC7008410 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-030068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Performing surgery on patients with only one seeing-eye, where complications may result in catastrophic vision loss, presents unique challenges for the ophthalmic care team. There is currently no evidence regarding how surgeons augment their care when treating only eye patients and no guidelines for how these patients should be managed in hospital eye services. This study aimed to explore ophthalmic surgeons' experiences of only eye surgery and perceptions of current practice. DESIGN AND PARTICIPANTS Ten ophthalmic surgeons were asked to relate their experiences and views on performing only eye surgery in indepth, semistructured interviews. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed. Qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis to identify key themes. SETTING Hospital eye service. RESULTS Five key themes emerged relating to surgeons' experiences and perceptions of only eye surgery: (1) differences in approach to consent, (2) strategies for risk reduction, (3) unmet training needs, (4) value of surgical mentor and (5) emotional impact of unsuccessful outcomes. Recommendations for improving the surgical journey for both the patient and the surgeon related primarily to better recognition and understanding of the complexities inherent with only eye surgery. CONCLUSIONS Outcomes of only eye surgery may be improved through a number of methods, including development of purpose-designed training fellowships, adoption of stress-reducing strategies and enhancement of available support services. The findings identify emerging themes unique to only eye surgery and the need for guidelines on the provision of care for these high-stakes surgical patients.
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- Lee Jones
- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Birmingham, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Birmingham, UK
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Birmingham, UK
- Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Birmingham, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Birmingham Institute for Glaucoma Research, Birmingham, UK
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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Enoch J, Jones L, Taylor DJ, Bronze C, Kirwan JF, Jones PR, Crabb DP. How do different lighting conditions affect the vision and quality of life of people with glaucoma? A systematic review. Eye (Lond) 2019; 34:138-154. [PMID: 31822854 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-019-0679-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2019] [Revised: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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This article is a systematic review of evidence regarding the impact of different lighting conditions on the vision and quality of life (QoL) of people with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). A systematic literature search was carried out using CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycARTICLES, PsycINFO, Embase, and Ovid Nursing Database for studies: published up to April 2019; including people diagnosed with POAG; and assessing visual function or QoL in response to changing lighting/luminance levels or glare. Two researchers independently screened studies for eligibility. Data were extracted from eligible studies regarding study design, participant characteristics, outcomes, and results. Quality of included studies was critically appraised. Of 8437 studies, 56 eligible studies were included. Studies investigated the effects of lighting on the following domains among people with POAG: QoL (18/56), psychophysical measures (16/56), functional vision (10/56), activities of daily living (10/56), and qualitative findings (2/56). POAG negatively affects low-luminance contrast sensitivity, glare symptoms, and dark adaptation time and extent. In vision-related QoL questionnaires, people with POAG report problems with lighting, glare, and dark adaptation more frequently than any other domain. These problems worsen with progressing visual field loss. Early-stage POAG patients experience significantly more difficulties in low-luminance or changing lighting conditions than age-matched controls (AMCs), challenging perceptions of early-stage POAG as asymptomatic. However, performance-based studies seldom show significant differences between POAG participants and AMCs on tasks simulating daily activities under non-optimal lighting conditions. Further research with larger samples is required to optimise ambient and task-oriented lighting that can support patients' adaptation to POAG.
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- Jamie Enoch
- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK.
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McDonald L, Turnbull P, Chang L, Crabb DP. Taking the strain? Impact of glaucoma on patients' informal caregivers. Eye (Lond) 2019; 34:197-204. [PMID: 31767965 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-019-0688-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2019] [Revised: 11/05/2019] [Accepted: 11/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To estimate informal caregiver (ICG) strain in people from a glaucoma clinic. METHODS Patients with glaucoma were consecutively identified from a single clinic in England for a cross-sectional postal survey. The sample was deliberately enriched with a number of patients designated as having advanced glaucoma (visual field [VF] mean deviation worse than -12 dB in both eyes). Patients were asked to identify an ICG who recorded a Modified Caregiver Strain Index (MCSI), a validated 13 item instrument scored on a scale of 0-26. Previous research has indicated mean MCSI to be >10 in multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. All participants gave a self-reported measure of general health (EQ5D). RESULTS Responses from 105 patients (43% of those invited) were analysed; only 38 of the 105 named an ICG. Mean (95% confidence interval [CI]) MCSI was 2.4 (1.3, 3.6) and only three ICGs recorded a MCSI > 7. The percentage of patients with an ICG was much higher in patients with advanced VF loss (82%; 9/11) when compared with those with non-advanced VF loss (31%; 29/94; p = 0.001). Mean (standard deviation) MCSI was considerably inflated in the advanced patients (5.6 [4.9] vs 1.5 [2.2] for non-advanced; p = 0.040). Worsening VF and poorer self-reported general health (EQ5D) of the patient were associated with worsening MCSI. CONCLUSION ICG strain, as measured by MCSI, for patients with non-advanced glaucoma is negligible, compared with other chronic disease. ICG strain increases moderately with worsening VFs but this could be partly explained by worse general health in our sample of patients.
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- Leanne McDonald
- Optometry and Visual Science, City, University of London, London, UK. .,Psychology, School of Human and Social Sciences, University of West London, London, UK.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon, UK
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- Optometry and Visual Science, City, University of London, London, UK
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Le JT, Mohanty K, Bicket AK, Tarver ME, Eydelman M, Li T. Identifying outcomes that are important to patients with ocular hypertension or primary open-angle glaucoma: a qualitative interview study. Ophthalmol Glaucoma 2019; 2:374-382. [PMID: 32455341 PMCID: PMC7243613 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogla.2019.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Purpose To explore patients' perspectives and experiences living with glaucoma and identify important benefits and risks that patients consider before electing for new glaucoma treatments, such as minimally invasive glaucoma surgical (MIGS) devices. Design Semi-structured, in-person qualitative interviews with patients seen at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. Participants Adults older than 21 years of age who were suspected or diagnosed with ocular hypertension or mild to moderate primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) (and thus eligible for treatment with a MIGS procedure) presenting to a glaucoma clinic in Baltimore, Maryland, between May and December 2016. Method We conducted in-person interviews with patients recently diagnosed with ocular hypertension or POAG. We focused on considerations patients take into account when deciding between different treatments. We used the framework approach to code and analyze the qualitative data. Considerations of special interest to us were those that can be translated into outcomes (or endpoints) in clinical trials. Main outcome measures Patients' perspectives concerning outcomes that matter to them when managing ocular hypertension or POAG. Results Ten male and fifteen female patients participated in our study. The median participant age was 69 years (range 47 - 82 years). We identified outcomes that patients expressed as important, which we grouped into four thematic categories: (1) limitations in performing specific vision-dependent activities of daily living; (2) problems with general visual function or perceptions; (3) treatment burden, including ocular adverse events; and (4) intraocular pressure (IOP). All 25 participants expressed some concerns with their ability to perform vision-dependent activities, such as reading and driving. Most (23/25) participants had an opinion about IOP, and among those currently taking ocular hypotensive eye drops, all recognized the relationship between eye drops and IOP. Conclusion We have identified outcomes that matter to patients who are deciding between different treatments for ocular hypertension and POAG, such as the ability to drive or maintain mobility outside the home. These outcomes will be important in future evaluations of new treatments for glaucoma.
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- Jimmy T. Le
- Department of Epidemiolog, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Office of the Center Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, United States Food and Drug Administration, White Oak, Maryland, USA
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- Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, United States Food and Drug Administration, White Oak, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Beyond intraocular pressure: Optimizing patient-reported outcomes in glaucoma. Prog Retin Eye Res 2019; 76:100801. [PMID: 31676347 DOI: 10.1016/j.preteyeres.2019.100801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2019] [Revised: 10/17/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Glaucoma, an irreversible blinding condition affecting 3-4% adults aged above 40 years worldwide, is set to increase with a rapidly aging global population. Raised intraocular pressure (IOP) is a major risk factor for glaucoma where the treatment paradigm is focused on managing IOP using medications, laser, or surgery regimens. However, notwithstanding IOP and other clinical parameters, patient-reported outcomes, including daily functioning, emotional well-being, symptoms, mobility, and social life, remain the foremost concerns for people being treated for glaucoma. These outcomes are measured using objective patient-centered outcome measures (PCOMs) and subjective patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). Studies using PCOMs have shown that people with glaucoma have several mobility, navigational and coordination challenges; reading and face recognition deficits; and are slower in adapting to multiple real-world situations when compared to healthy controls. Similarly, studies have consistently demonstrated, using PROMs, that glaucoma substantially and negatively impacts on peoples' self-reported visual functioning, mobility, independence, emotional well-being, self-image, and confidence in healthcare, compared to healthy individuals, particularly in those with late-stage disease undergoing a heavy treatment regimen. The patient-centred effectiveness of current glaucoma treatment paradigms is equivocal due to a lack of well-designed randomized controlled trials; short post-treatment follow-up periods; an inappropriate selection or availability of PROMs; and/or an insensitivity of currently available PROMs to monitor changes especially in patients with newly diagnosed early-stage glaucoma. We provide a comprehensive, albeit non-systematic, critique of the psychometric properties, limitations, and recent advances of currently available glaucoma-specific PCOMs and PROMs. Finally, we propose that item banking and computerized adaptive testing methods can address the multiple limitations of paper-pencil PROMs; customize their administration; and have the potential to improve healthcare outcomes for people with glaucoma.
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Correlation Between Visual Function and Performance of Simulated Daily Living Activities in Glaucomatous Patients. J Glaucoma 2019; 27:1017-1024. [PMID: 30157061 DOI: 10.1097/ijg.0000000000001066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To analyze the correlations between functional clinical tests and the performance of glaucoma patients in simulated daily living activities. PATIENTS AND METHODS Thirty-two patients with chronic glaucoma, followed at the Quinze-Vingts National Ophthalmology Hospital, were included. All patients had a clinical evaluation of visual function including best-corrected visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, and monocular and binocular visual field (VF) tests. Four different simulated activities of daily living were evaluated in standardized artificial platforms (StreetLab and HomeLab): "mobility" and an obstacle avoidance task in an artificial street, "reaching and grasping" large and small objects on a kitchen work surface, "localization of people" and "face orientation recognition." Patient performance in the different tasks was correlated with VF evaluation including integrated binocular visual field (IVF), VF mean deviation (MD) of the better and the worse eye, Esterman binocular VF, best-corrected visual acuity, and contrast sensitivity. RESULTS The IVF score was significantly correlated with "localization of people" time (r=0.49; P=0.003), "face orientation recognition" time (r=0.50; P=0.002), and "movement onset" for reaching and grasping small objects (r=0.38; P=0.029). The MD of the better eye appeared significantly correlated with "face orientation recognition" time (r=-0.44; P=0.009) and "localization of people" time (r=-0.46; P=0.005). The Esterman score appeared significantly correlated with "mobility time" (r=-0.40; P=0.018), "localization of people" (r=-0.37; P=0.030), "face orientation recognition" times (r=-0.39; P=0.024), and "movement onset" for reaching and grasping large objects (r=-0.43; P=0.015). CONCLUSIONS The IVF score and the MD of the better eye appeared to better evaluate "reaching and grasping," "face orientation recognition," and "localization of people" simulated tasks, whereas for the "mobility" task, the Esterman VF seemed more useful. The precise evaluation of the glaucoma patient's ability to perform everyday life tasks is complex and may require both monocular and binocular VF tests.
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BACKGROUND Glaucomatous visual field loss can have far-reaching and debilitating consequences on an individual, affecting one's ability to perform many important tasks. Although assessment of glaucoma-related disability constitutes an important part of clinical care, there remains a lack of organized, detailed information on the most suitable methods to capture disability in glaucoma. PURPOSE This review details the available methods to measure glaucoma-related disability and highlights important findings from studies utilizing these various methods. METHODS The literature was reviewed to identify papers evaluating disability in glaucoma and findings were summarized by research methodology used and area of impairment. RESULTS Identified methods for capturing glaucoma-related disability included qualitative descriptions, glaucoma-specific quality of life questionnaires, vision-specific questionnaires, general health questionnaires, functional domain-specific questionnaires, evaluation of task performance, event assessment (ie, falls and motor vehicle accidents), and real-world behavior (ie, daily physical activity). Findings using these methods show a strong relationship between glaucoma and/or glaucoma severity and difficulties with reading, driving, mobility, and other tasks such as prehension and facial recognition. In addition, glaucoma has financial and psychological implications on the patient, and can affect caregivers in some cases as well. CONCLUSIONS A wide variety of research tools have been used to characterize the disability resulting from glaucoma. Together, these tools show that glaucoma affects many abilities which are important for independent living. Strengths and limitations of the various research techniques are discussed so that future studies may use the method(s) most suitable for answering the research question posed.
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Fraenkel A, Lee GA, Vincent SJ, Vincent RA, Bourne RRA, Shah P. Lessons learned from the development and implementation of a patient-reported outcome and experience measure (POEM) in an Australian glaucoma practice. BMC Ophthalmol 2019; 19:192. [PMID: 31438884 PMCID: PMC6704624 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-019-1198-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2018] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background A patient’s perception of how their glaucoma is managed will influence both adherence to their medication and outcome measures such as quality of life. Methods Prospective consecutive study using a Glaucoma Patient-reported Outcome and Experience Measure (POEM) modified for an Australian ophthalmic private clinical practice setting. The Australian Glaucoma POEM consists of eight items related to the patient’s understanding of the diagnosis and management, acceptability of the treatment, whether they feel their glaucoma is getting worse, interfering with their daily life and concerns regarding loss of vision as well as addressing whether they feel safe under the care of their glaucoma team and how well their care is organised. Results Two hundred and two patients (M:F 91:111) participated in the study. Mean ± standard deviation for subject age was 69 ± 13 years. Patient’s overall perception of their treatment and outcome was favourable. Younger patients felt their glaucoma interfered more with their daily lives and were more worried about losing vision from glaucoma. The greater the number of medications in use, the more they felt their glaucoma was getting worse and that glaucoma interfered with their daily lives. With all other variables accounted for by the multivariate linear model, female patients more strongly agreed that they understood their glaucoma diagnosis and glaucoma management. The patients with a severe visual defect in their worse eye, reported a greater perceived understanding of their glaucoma diagnosis and management and that they felt that glaucoma had a greater interference on their daily life. They were also more concerned about losing vision from glaucoma than their fellow glaucoma patients with less severe or no visual field deficit in the worse eye. Conclusions The modified POEM demonstrates potential to capture the concerns of a practice’s glaucoma cohort with a view to enhancing the quality of glaucoma care delivered.
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- Alison Fraenkel
- City Eye Centre, 10/135 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
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- City Eye Centre, 10/135 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia. .,University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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- City Eye Centre, 10/135 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
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- University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK.,Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, London, UK.,Centre for Health & Social Care Improvement, University of Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, UK
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Rai P, Rohatgi J, Dhaliwal U. Coping strategy in persons with low vision or blindness - an exploratory study. Indian J Ophthalmol 2019; 67:669-676. [PMID: 31007237 PMCID: PMC6498927 DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_1655_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Purpose: Coping strategies employed by people with visual disability can influence their quality of life (QoL). We aimed to assess coping in patients with low vision or blindness. Methods: In this descriptive cross sectional study, 60 patients (25–65 years) with <6/18 best-corrected vision (BCVA) in the better eye and vision loss since ≥6 months were recruited after the institutional ethics clearance and written informed consent. Age, gender, presence of other chronic illness, BCVA, coping strategies (Proactive Coping Inventory, Hindi version), and vision-related quality of life (VRQoL; Hindi version of IND-VFQ33) were recorded. Range, mean (standard deviation) for continuous and proportion for categorical variables. Pearson correlation looked at how coping varied with age and with VRQoL. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) and t-test compared coping scores across categorical variables. Statistical significance was taken at P < 0.05. Results: Sixty patients fulfilled inclusion criteria. There were 33 (55%) women; 25 (41.7%) had low vision, 5 (8.3%) had economic blindness, and 30 (50.0%) had social blindness; 27 (45.0%) had a co-morbid chronic illness. Total coping score was 142 ± 26.43 (maximum 217). VRQoL score (maximum 100) was 41.9 ± 15.98 for general functioning; 32.1 ± 12.15 for psychosocial impact, and 41.1 ± 17.30 for visual symptoms. Proactive coping, reflective coping, strategic planning, and preventive coping scores correlated positively with VRQoL in general functioning and psychosocial impact. Conclusion: Positive coping strategies are associated with a better QoL. Ophthalmologists who evaluate visual disability should consider coping mechanisms that their patients employ and should refer them for counseling and training in more positive ways of coping.
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- Puja Rai
- Department of Ophthalmology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi - 95, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi - 95, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi - 95, India
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Eshraghi H, Sanvicente CT, Gogte P, Waisbourd M, Lee D, Manzi RR, Leiby BE, Richman J, Wizov SS, Spaeth GL. Measuring Contrast Sensitivity in Specific Areas of Vision – A Meaningful Way to Assess Quality of Life and Ability to Perform Daily Activities in Glaucoma. Ophthalmic Epidemiol 2019; 26:301-310. [DOI: 10.1080/09286586.2019.1616773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Hamoon Eshraghi
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School; New Brunswick, NJ, United States
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Glaucoma Research Center, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Glaucoma Research Center, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Glaucoma Research Center, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Glaucoma Research Center, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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McGrath CE, Corrado AM. Adaptations to support occupational engagement with age-related vision loss: A metasynthesis study. The Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy 2019; 86:377-387. [PMID: 31060363 DOI: 10.1177/0008417419834422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND. Age-related vision loss (ARVL) is a progressive process that adversely affects older adults' occupational engagement. As such, older adults often employ a variety of psychological adaptation strategies. PURPOSE. The purpose of this study was to identify those psychological adaptation strategies employed by older adults aging with ARVL. METHOD. This metasynthesis searched and identified 21 qualitative articles that described a link between psychological adaptation strategies and occupational engagement. FINDINGS. The psychological strategies identified were categorized into five themes. The strategies of persisting with hope, positivity, and acceptance and portraying a self-image consistent with independence, competence, and self-reliance were well established in the literature, while other themes were more emerging, such as using humour, relying on religious/spiritual beliefs, and comparing the self to others. IMPLICATIONS. By understanding the psychological adaptation strategies employed by older adults with ARVL, occupational therapists will be better positioned to guide their clients toward positive adaptive patterns.
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Pharmacy data reveal that 70% of patients were missing one or more days worth of drops out of five. Adopting approaches to behavior change and management skills used for people with diabetes may provide insight to improve self-management of glaucoma. Every person who is diagnosed with a chronic health condition such as glaucoma has unique life circumstances that may present barriers to behavior change. An accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan are useless if patients do not use their prescribed eye drops. Active listening and effective communication can result in persons who are more engaged in their self-care behaviors. Collaborative communication using person-centered and strengths-based messages could help eye care providers identify challenges and concerns for people with glaucoma who are experiencing inconsistencies with their eye drops. In an atmosphere where patients can discuss their challenges with treatment recommendations without judgment or fear, they are more likely to trust their provider and therefore share their situation openly and honestly. This is accomplished by choosing language that communicates mutually-agreed-upon self-management goals and addresses and strengthens individual and clinical outcomes. The eye care professional is then seen by the patient as a resource who can empathize when setbacks occur and reinforce the patient's self-management goals. Open-ended questions and tell-ask-tell approaches for identifying barriers to care are keys to more effective communication and trusting relationships. This includes recognizing that glaucoma is associated with increased rates of anxiety or depression that may be an overlooked barrier to self-management. By adopting language recommendations from diabetes care and education, eye care practitioners may be better equipped to help people with glaucoma improve their self-care.
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Schafer A, Rouland JF, Peyrin C, Szaffarczyk S, Boucart M. Glaucoma Affects Viewing Distance for Recognition of Sex and Facial Expression. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 59:4921-4928. [DOI: 10.1167/iovs.18-24875] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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- Audrey Schafer
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Lille, Hôpital Huriez, Service d'Ophtalmologie, Lille, France
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Lille, Hôpital Huriez, Service d'Ophtalmologie, Lille, France
- SCALab, University of Lille, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Lille, France
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- University Grenoble Alpes, CNRS, LPNC, 38000 Grenoble, France
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- SCALab, University of Lille, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Lille, France
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- SCALab, University of Lille, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Lille, France
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Individuals' Perspectives on Coping with Vision Loss from Diabetic Retinopathy. Optom Vis Sci 2018; 95:362-372. [DOI: 10.1097/opx.0000000000001209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Phu J, Kalloniatis M, Khuu SK. Reducing Spatial Uncertainty Through Attentional Cueing Improves Contrast Sensitivity in Regions of the Visual Field With Glaucomatous Defects. Transl Vis Sci Technol 2018; 7:8. [PMID: 29600116 PMCID: PMC5868861 DOI: 10.1167/tvst.7.2.8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2017] [Accepted: 01/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Purpose Current clinical perimetric test paradigms present stimuli randomly to various locations across the visual field (VF), inherently introducing spatial uncertainty, which reduces contrast sensitivity. In the present study, we determined the extent to which spatial uncertainty affects contrast sensitivity in glaucoma patients by minimizing spatial uncertainty through attentional cueing. Methods Six patients with open-angle glaucoma and six healthy subjects underwent laboratory-based psychophysical testing to measure contrast sensitivity at preselected locations at two eccentricities (9.5° and 17.5°) with two stimulus sizes (Goldmann sizes III and V) under different cueing conditions: 1, 2, 4, or 8 points verbally cued. Method of Constant Stimuli and a single-interval forced-choice procedure were used to generate frequency of seeing (FOS) curves at locations with and without VF defects. Results At locations with VF defects, cueing minimizes spatial uncertainty and improves sensitivity under all conditions. The effect of cueing was maximal when one point was cued, and rapidly diminished when more points were cued (no change to baseline with 8 points cued). The slope of the FOS curve steepened with reduced spatial uncertainty. Locations with normal sensitivity in glaucomatous eyes had similar performance to that of healthy subjects. There was a systematic increase in uncertainty with the depth of VF loss. Conclusions Sensitivity measurements across the VF are negatively affected by spatial uncertainty, which increases with greater VF loss. Minimizing uncertainty can improve sensitivity at locations of deficit. Translational Relevance Current perimetric techniques introduce spatial uncertainty and may therefore underestimate sensitivity in regions of VF loss.
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- Jack Phu
- Centre for Eye Health, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia.,School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Eye Health, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia.,School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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- School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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Anil K, Garip G. Coping strategies, vision-related quality of life, and emotional health in managing retinitis pigmentosa: a survey study. BMC Ophthalmol 2018; 18:21. [PMID: 29378559 PMCID: PMC5789612 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-018-0689-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2016] [Accepted: 01/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Retinitis pigmentosa is a group of genetic progressive retinal dystrophies that may adversely affect daily life. Those with RP should develop adaptive coping strategies to manage their condition. This study investigates the relationship between engaging (ECS) and disengaging coping strategies (DCS), vision-related quality of life (VRQoL), and emotional health, in adults living at home with retinitis pigmentosa. METHOD One hundred and five participants (70 female; meanage of 46.98, SD age = 13.77) completed a cross-sectional survey. The questionnaire booklet consisted of the Coping Strategies Inventory - Short Form (32 items), the National Eye Institute Visual Functioning Questionnaire 25 (25 items), Marylands Trait Depression Scale (18 items), the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (14 items), and the Subjective Happiness Scale (4 items). RESULTS Data was analysed with a two-block hierarchical multiple regression, with the first block controlling for the demographic data (age, sex, years since retinitis pigmentosa diagnosis, number of comorbidities, participant-perceived retinitis pigmentosa severity, and knowing RP type) and the second block consisting of primary measures (type of coping strategy, VRQoL, and Emotional Health). Type of coping strategy was found to impact psychosocial variables of VRQoL, not overall VRQoL. These psychosocial VRQoL variables had a positive association with ECS and a negative association with DCS. Emotional Health increased with ECS and decreased with DCS. There was a larger impact of DCS on VRQoL and Emotional Health compared to ECS, that is, VRQoL and Emotional Health decreased more with increasing DCS than VRQoL, and Emotional Health increased with increasing ECS. CONCLUSION In concordance with previous research, ECS increased with increasing VRQoL and DCS decreased with increasing VRQoL. However, the findings also indicated that DCS had a greater impact than ECS on VRQoL and Emotional Health. This suggests that diminishing DCS should be prioritised over developing ECS to positively influence VRQoL and Emotional Health. Further research should investigate the impact of reducing DCS compared to increasing ECS, and how this may influence VRQoL and Emotional Health.
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- Krithika Anil
- University of Derby Online Learning, Derby, England, United Kingdom. .,University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, England, DE22 1GB, United Kingdom.
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- University of Derby Online Learning, Derby, England, United Kingdom.,University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, England, DE22 1GB, United Kingdom
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Peterson KM, Huisingh CE, Girkin C, Owsley C, Rhodes LA. Patient satisfaction with care in an urban tertiary referral academic glaucoma clinic in the US. Patient Prefer Adherence 2018; 12:775-781. [PMID: 29785092 PMCID: PMC5953314 DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s162439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to determine the factors associated with glaucoma patients' satisfaction with their medical care by fellowship-trained glaucoma specialists in an urban tertiary referral clinic in the US. METHODS A total of 110 established patients aged ≥60 years with a diagnosis of either primary open angle glaucoma, glaucoma suspect, or ocular hypertension monitored by an ophthalmologist with fellowship training in glaucoma were enrolled at an academic, urban, tertiary referral eye clinic. Enrolled patients were administered a general demographics questionnaire along with a Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire-18 (PSQ-18), a Likert scale validated tool. The seven dimensions of patient satisfaction from the PSQ-18 were summarized for the sample overall and by the patients' age, race, employment status, education level, distance travelled from home address to clinic, and glaucoma therapy type. Two-sample t-tests were used to compare group means. Spearman correlation coefficients were used to correlate satisfaction scores with peripheral vision and visual acuity function. RESULTS Overall, the general satisfaction scores were high (mean 4.62). Patients ≥70 years of age had lower general satisfaction with their care (mean 4.5 vs 4.8, p=0.03), the interpersonal manner of their appointment (mean 4.7 vs 4.9, p=0.009), and with their time spent with their doctor (mean 4.4 vs 4.7, p=0.03) than patients aged 60-69 years. Non-European descent patients (47% African descent and 1% other of sample) were more satisfied with the time they spent with the doctor (mean 4.7 vs 4.4, p=0.04) and with the communication during the appointment (mean 4.8 vs 4.6, p=0.04) than European descent patients (52% of sample). Patients with a higher level of education (>high school degree) were less satisfied with the accessibility and convenience of the appointment (mean 4.3 vs ≤ high school, 4.6, p=0.02). There were no statistically significant differences in patient satisfaction based upon employment status, distance travelled to clinic, prior glaucoma therapy, or visual function. CONCLUSION Overall, across all dimensions of the PSQ-18, patients were highly satisfied with the care they received at the urban tertiary care glaucoma clinic.
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- Kristen M Peterson
- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
- Correspondence: Lindsay A Rhodes, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, EFH 601, 1720 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35294, USA, Tel +1 205 325 8635, Fax +1 205 325 8692, Email
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Siah WF, O'Brien C, Loughman JJ. Macular pigment is associated with glare-affected visual function and central visual field loss in glaucoma. Br J Ophthalmol 2017; 102:929-935. [PMID: 28982957 DOI: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2017-310215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2017] [Revised: 09/03/2017] [Accepted: 09/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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AIM To evaluate the relationship between macular pigment optical density (MPOD) and glare disability in open-angle glaucoma. METHODS A cross-sectional analysis of baseline data (88 subjects; median age, 67 (range 36-84) years) collected during the Macular Pigment and Glaucoma Trial (ISRCTN registry number: 56985060). MPOD at 0.25°, 0.5° and 1° of retinal eccentricity was measured using customised heterochromatic flicker photometry. Mesopic contrast sensitivity with glare (mCSg), photostress recovery time (PRT) and self-reported glare symptoms were evaluated. Fourier-domain optical coherence tomography was used to analyse ganglion cell complex (GCC) and identify foveal involvement. RESULTS Low spatial frequency (f) mCSg was significantly correlated with MPOD at 0.25°(3 cycles per degree (cpd): r=0.25, p=0.04) and 0.5° (3 cpd: r=0.23, p=0.04) of retinal eccentricity. Those with foveal GCC loss exhibited lower MPOD, had worse low spatial fmCSg (1.5 cpd and 3 cpd, p=0.02 each) and prolonged PRT (p=0.02) in comparison with those without foveal involvement. The depth of central 10° field loss was related to MPOD at all eccentricities (p<0.01 for all). Those who reported glare symptoms had a significantly lower MPOD at all retinal eccentricities (0.25° and 1°: p=0.05 each; 0.5°: p=0.04), including those with foveal involvement (0.25°: p=0.05; 0.5°: p<0.01; 1°: p=0.01). CONCLUSIONS Macular pigment level may be an important consideration among those experiencing disability glare in glaucoma, including those with foveal involvement. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ISRCTN56985060, Post-results.
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- We Fong Siah
- Department of Ophthalmology, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.,School of Medicine, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Physics, Clinical and Optometric Sciences, College of Sciences and Health, Dublin Institute of Technology, Dublin, Ireland.,Faculty of Health Sciences, African Vision Research Institute, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
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Self-Monitoring Symptoms in Glaucoma: A Feasibility Study of a Web-Based Diary Tool. J Ophthalmol 2017; 2017:8452840. [PMID: 28546876 PMCID: PMC5435987 DOI: 10.1155/2017/8452840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2016] [Accepted: 03/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Purpose. Glaucoma patients annually spend only a few hours in an eye clinic but spend more than 5000 waking hours engaged in everything else. We propose that patients could self-monitor changes in visual symptoms providing valuable between clinic information; we test the hypothesis that this is feasible using a web-based diary tool. Methods. Ten glaucoma patients with a range of visual field loss took part in an eight-week pilot study. After completing a series of baseline tests, volunteers were prompted to monitor symptoms every three days and complete a diary about their vision during daily life using a bespoke web-based diary tool. Response to an end of a study questionnaire about the usefulness of the exercise was a main outcome measure. Results. Eight of the 10 patients rated the monitoring scheme to be “valuable” or “very valuable.” Completion rate to items was excellent (96%). Themes from a qualitative synthesis of the diary entries related to behavioural aspects of glaucoma. One patient concluded that a constant focus on monitoring symptoms led to negative feelings. Conclusions. A web-based diary tool for monitoring self-reported glaucoma symptoms is practically feasible. The tool must be carefully designed to ensure participants are benefitting, and it is not increasing anxiety.
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Dean S, Mathers JM, Calvert M, Kyte DG, Conroy D, Folkard A, Southworth S, Murray PI, Denniston AK. "The patient is speaking": discovering the patient voice in ophthalmology. Br J Ophthalmol 2017; 101:700-708. [PMID: 28455280 PMCID: PMC5583687 DOI: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2016-309955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2016] [Revised: 01/31/2017] [Accepted: 02/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Eye disease can be devastating. The most feared impact is sight loss, but in a number of ophthalmic conditions, there can be wide-ranging systemic, psychological, emotional and social effects of both the disease and its treatment. External tests of visual function, such as visual acuity, are inadequate to understand the overall impact of ophthalmic disease on a patient’s functional vision or daily life. This can lead to a discordance between the patient’s priorities and perspective on the one hand and the efforts of clinicians and other stakeholders on the other hand. In this review, we discuss how the patient is uniquely placed to understand the impact of the disease and can use that position to transform ophthalmic care at the individual and collective level, from research to care delivery. We highlight how the “patient voice” can contribute to key areas, including priority setting in the research agenda, communicating the wide-ranging impact of disease and its treatment as assessed through qualitative research, identifying the outcome measures that matter to the patient through core outcome set development and reporting these outcomes through appropriate patient-reported outcome measures. We also consider the increasing power of the patient voice on health institutions, ranging from broadcasting an individual’s experience of care he/she has received to patient societies influencing future health policy. Finally, we reflect on the challenges that need to be overcome for the patient voice to increasingly influence and improve the delivery of eye care in the future.
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- Samera Dean
- Health Education England (West Midlands), Birmingham, UK
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Centre for Patient Reported Outcomes Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Centre for Patient Reported Outcomes Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT, Birmingham, UK
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- Academic Unit of Ophthalmology, Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre, Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Centre for Patient Reported Outcomes Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT, Birmingham, UK.,Academic Unit of Ophthalmology, Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Centre for Rare Diseases, Institute of Translational Medicine, Birmingham Health Partners, Birmingham, UK.,NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, London, United Kingdom
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Jones RK, Jefferis JM. Is qualitative research under-represented in ophthalmology journals? Eye (Lond) 2017; 31:1117-1119. [PMID: 28387766 DOI: 10.1038/eye.2017.49] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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- R K Jones
- Department of Ophthalmology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffiled, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffiled, UK
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Jones L, Bryan SR, Crabb DP. Gradually Then Suddenly? Decline in Vision-Related Quality of Life as Glaucoma Worsens. J Ophthalmol 2017; 2017:1621640. [PMID: 28469940 PMCID: PMC5392404 DOI: 10.1155/2017/1621640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2016] [Accepted: 03/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Purpose. To evaluate the relationship between self-reported vision-related quality of life (VRQL) and visual field (VF) loss in people from glaucoma clinics. Methods. A postal survey using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire (NEI VFQ-25) was administered to people with a range of VF loss identified from a UK hospital-based glaucoma service database. Trends were assessed in a composite score from NEI VFQ-25 against better-eye mean deviation (BEMD) using linear regression and a spline-fitting method that can highlight where a monotonic relationship may have different stages. Results. A total of 636 patients (median [interquartile range] BEMD -2.1 [-5.2, -0.4] dB, median age 70 [60, 77] years) were analysed. Analysis of trends in the data revealed an average patient loses approximately 2 units (out of 100) on NEI VFQ-25 for every loss of 1 dB (BEMD) as VF defects first become bilateral, up to BEMD -5 dB. NEI VFQ-25 deterioration then appears to slow before a more rapid phase of change (4-5 units per 1 dB loss) after BEMD worsens beyond -15 dB. Conclusions. Relationship between decline in VRQL and VF worsening in glaucoma is unlikely to be linear; it more likely has different phases, and these should be further explored in longitudinal studies.
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- Lee Jones
- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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Kyari F, Chandler CI, Martin M, Gilbert CE. So let me find my way, whatever it will cost me, rather than leaving myself in darkness: experiences of glaucoma in Nigeria. Glob Health Action 2016; 9:31886. [PMID: 27924740 PMCID: PMC5141371 DOI: 10.3402/gha.v9.31886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2016] [Revised: 11/06/2016] [Accepted: 11/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Blindness from glaucoma is associated with socio-economic deprivation, presumed to reflect poor access to care and poor adherence to treatment. OBJECTIVES To determine why people with glaucoma are presenting late for treatment and to understand access to glaucoma care. Additionally, we sought to identify what patients and the community know, do and think about the condition and why the poor are the most affected with glaucoma blindness. DESIGN Study participants were from four communities and two hospitals in Abuja-FCT and Kaduna State, Nigeria. A total of 120 participants were involved, including 8 focus group discussions, 7 in-depth interviews with blind/visually impaired glaucoma patients, 5 rapid direct observation visits with these patients and 13 exit interviews of glaucoma patients in the hospital. The data were analysed using content analysis, interpreting participant experiences in terms of three key steps conceptualised as important in the care pathway: what it takes to know glaucoma, to reach a diagnosis and to access continued care. RESULTS This article presents multiple narratives of accessing and maintaining glaucoma care and how people manage and cope with the disease. People may be presenting late due to structural barriers, which include lack of knowledge and awareness about glaucoma and not finding an appropriately equipped health care facility. What keeps glaucoma patients within the care pathway are a good hospital experience; a support structure involving family, counselling and shared patients' experiences; and an informed choice of treatment, as well as agency. The high cost of purchasing care is a major factor for patients dropping out of treatment. CONCLUSION The findings suggest the need to address economic and social structural drivers as glaucoma presents another case study to demonstrate that poverty is a strong driver for blindness. There is also a need for clear glaucoma care pathways with early case finding in the community, two-way referral/feedback systems, well-equipped glaucoma care hospitals and better eye health care financing.
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- Fatima Kyari
- International Centre for Eye Health, Department of Clinical Research, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom.,Department of Ophthalmology, College of Health Sciences, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria;
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- Department of Global Health and Development, Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
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- Initiative for Community and Rural Eye Care, Kaduna, Nigeria
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- International Centre for Eye Health, Department of Clinical Research, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
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Glen FC, Smith ND, Jones L, Crabb DP. 'I didn't see that coming': simulated visual fields and driving hazard perception test performance. Clin Exp Optom 2016; 99:469-75. [PMID: 27489171 DOI: 10.1111/cxo.12435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2015] [Revised: 05/18/2016] [Accepted: 06/14/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Evidence is limited regarding specific types of visual field loss associated with unsafe driving. We use novel gaze-contingent software to examine the effect of simulated visual field loss on computer-based driving hazard detection with the specific aim of testing the impact of scotomata located to the right and left of fixation. METHODS The 'hazard perception test' is a component of the UK driving licence examination, which measures speed of detecting 15 different hazards in a series of real-life driving films. We have developed a novel eye-tracking and computer set up capable of generating a realistic gaze-contingent scotoma simulation (GazeSS) overlaid on film content. Thirty drivers with healthy vision completed three versions of the hazard perception test in a repeated measures experiment. In two versions, GazeSS simulated a scotoma in the binocular field of view to the left or right of fixation. A third version was unmodified to establish baseline performance. RESULTS Participants' mean baseline hazard perception test score was 51 ± 7 (out of 75). This reduced to 46 ± 9 and 46 ± 11 when completing the task with a binocular visual field defect located to the left and right of fixation, respectively. While the main effect of simulated visual field loss on performance was statistically significant (p = 0.007), there were no average differences in the experimental conditions where a scotoma was located in the binocular visual field to the right or left of fixation. CONCLUSION Simulated visual field loss impairs driving hazard detection on a computer-based test. There was no statistically significant difference in average performance when the simulated scotoma was located to the right or left of fixation of the binocular visual field, but certain types of hazard caused more difficulties than others.
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- Fiona C Glen
- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City University London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City University London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City University London, London, UK
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- Division of Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City University London, London, UK
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Crabb DP. A view on glaucoma--are we seeing it clearly? Eye (Lond) 2015; 30:304-13. [PMID: 26611846 DOI: 10.1038/eye.2015.244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2015] [Accepted: 10/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Successful clinical management of glaucoma should not simply be about control of intraocular pressure, but must equate to correct decisions about intensifying treatment when patients are at risk of developing 'visual disability'. Yet little is known about what visual field defects, at different stages of glaucoma, specifically affect patients' abilities to perform everyday visual tasks. One way to do this is to measure patient performance in tasks in a lab setting. Another way is to ask patients themselves. The latter can be revealing and demystify views about how patients perceive the world. This short commentary highlights some of the current research in this area.
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- D P Crabb
- Optometry and Visual Science, School of Health Sciences, City University London, London, UK
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