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[Ophthalmologists without borders in Northern Cameroon].

C Boudet1, P Bensaid, M S Sanner

  • 1D'Ophtalmo Sans Frontières, Luçon, France.

Medecine Tropicale : Revue Du Corps De Sante Colonial
|January 1, 1995
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Summary

Ophthalmologist without Borders (OWB) provides vital eye care in Cameroon, offering over 90,000 consultations and 15,000 surgeries, primarily for cataracts. Their mission combats blindness through treatment, prevention, and training local professionals.

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Area of Science:

  • Global health
  • Ophthalmology
  • Non-governmental organization initiatives

Context:

  • Ophthalmologist without Borders (OWB) established in 1987.
  • Focus on medical and surgical eye care centers in northern Cameroon.
  • Addressing blindness and low vision in developing regions.

Purpose:

  • To advance the fight against blindness and low vision.
  • Provide comprehensive ophthalmic services including consultations and surgeries.
  • Empower local healthcare professionals through training.

Summary:

  • OWB has provided over 90,000 consultations and 15,000 surgical procedures in under 10 years.
  • Cataract treatment is a primary focus, accounting for 85% of surgeries and being the leading cause of curable blindness.

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  • Activities include medical care, surgical interventions, prevention, screening, and professional training.

    • Impact:

    • Encouraging results in treating blindness and low vision.
    • Highlights the need for skilled surgeons and robust postoperative care.
    • Progressive implementation of prevention and screening programs to reduce visual impairment.