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Eye care project in Gaur, Nepal.

Kamal B Khadka1, Takeshi Naito, Makoto Kajima

  • 1Gaur Eye Hospital, Purenwa Durbar, Gaur, Rautahat, Nepal.

The Journal of Medical Investigation : JMI
|October 6, 2004
PubMed
Summary

The Narayani Eye Care Project (NECP) in Nepal successfully reduced cataract blindness by providing extensive services. This initiative restored sight for thousands through surgery and outpatient care, demonstrating effective community eye health.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health
  • International Health

Background:

  • Cataract blindness posed a significant challenge in Gaur and surrounding districts of southeast Nepal.
  • Lack of accessible eye care services contributed to a backlog of visual impairment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the progress and impact of the Narayani Eye Care Project (NECP).
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the eye care initiative in addressing cataract blindness.

Main Methods:

  • Establishment of the Narayani Eye Care Project (NECP) hospital in Gaur in mid-1997.
  • Provision of surgical services, outpatient department (OPD) care, and emergency services.
  • Analysis of patient numbers, surgical procedures, and patient demographics.

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Main Results:

  • The hospital utilized modern equipment, leading to increased patient numbers.
  • From mid-1997 to end-2002, 122,093 patients received services.
  • A total of 6,143 major and 541 minor surgeries were performed.

Conclusions:

  • The NECP has successfully facilitated sight restoration for visually impaired individuals in the region.
  • The project demonstrates the feasibility of conducting sight-restoring surgeries for underserved populations.