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Glaucoma management plans after lockdown

May, 2021

Sadly, the Covid-19 pandemic has had profound repercussions on all aspects of life. In ophthalmology for instance, glaucoma patients have suffered a lack of continuity, with many appointments being cancelled or postponed. Due to the immense effort of specialists, the vaccine program is helping drive a recovery stage, to achieve some semblance of normality. This gives great hope to clinicians and patients alike. The impact of Covid-19 on...

The day of surgery: Information for patients

November, 2020

Considerations pre-operative on the day of surgery In the outpatient clinic, the discussion is made on the type of anaesthesia that is required. To be absolutely safe if general anaesthesia or sedation is required, refrain from having a meal for six hours prior to surgery. Small sips of fluid are acceptable. It is important not to stop your systemic medications. For example, having a raised blood pressure on the day of surgery is hugely...

Tube surgery: Salient information for patients

November, 2020

Treating pressure: Pressure can be manipulated in many different ways: medical, laser or surgical. Surgical intervention can have many guises, including minimally invasive surgery, which tends to be an excellent choice in early disease. Some patients may require filtration surgery, with the traditional technique being trabeculectomy. However, in situations where a trabeculectomy has failed or likely to fail, tube shunt should be...

Glaucoma clinics: impact of COVID-19

June, 2020

Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, healthcare has had major reforms in how we are delivering help to our patients. The aim always has been and always will be optimal patient safety. Systemic health Potentially appointments may be rescheduled to help reduce the spread of the infection and protect the health of all patients, particularly the most vulnerable. Many glaucoma patients are at higher risk of complications should they contract Covid-19,...

COVID-19 and glaucoma treatment

May, 2020

As a result of the current restrictions due to the global Covid-19 pandemic many medical procedures have been postponed indefinitely. This is to minimise infection rates and increase capacity for critical conditions. Covid-19 precautions People with glaucoma should adhere to the general guidelines: Maintain social distancing Wash your hands regularly Wear a mask when being around other people Ventilate rooms Avoid...

Glaucoma Management Plans during COVID 19

April, 2020

Glaucoma Management Plans during COVID 19 Our Royal College has issued guidelines for the management of glaucoma during the COVID 19 outbreak. The idea is to strike a pragmatic balance – looking to maintain care where it is essential and to defer care for patients who can safely wait. Assessing risk Many glaucoma patients fall into the most at-risk categories for acquiring COVID-19, including age and existing co-morbidities. Hence, the...

COVID-19 Update: Guidelines issued by Royal College of Ophthalmologists

April, 2020

Coronavirus Update The outbreak of this pandemic has sadly led to restrictions being placed across wide facets of everyday life. The Royal College of Ophthalmologists have acted to give guidance to help clinical practice under such difficult circumstances. Balancing risk The aim of clinicians currently is to balance the risk of possibly acquiring COVID-19 infection in the eye clinic versus the risk of harm as a result of failure to treat a...

Different Types of Cataracts?

October, 2019

Cataracts are one of the most common causes of reversible blindness in the world, with around 10 million cataract operations performed globally each year. The natural lens in your eye becomes cloudy or opaque, causing scattering of light and diminished rays entering the eye. This makes it harder to see clearly, causing visual morbidity. Many types of cataracts exist, including nuclear sclerotic, cortical and posterior subcapsular. Nuclear...

Computer games and eyesight

December, 2018

How gameplay can affect the eyes Protracted periods of time in front of the computer concentrating on games can induce unpleasant symptoms including blurred vision, headaches, fatigue and eye discomfort. The primary reason is the reluctance to take breaks once fully immersed in the game. The focus of the eye constantly changes when concentrating on video screens, potentially causing eye fatigue. The importance of breaks Lack of blinking when...

Driving and eye care

December, 2018

Without doubt vision has a major impact on the ability to drive safely on the roads. This is highlighted by guidance and restriction on driving by the DVLA. For example there are a range of conditions that should be brought to the attention of the DVLA in order to ascertain legality to drive. Simple advice should be followed to ensure safety is preserved. Follow your health care advice Use distance spectacles or contact lenses always If...

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