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[Low vision services in Switzerland. The Lausanne example]
N Ducrey1, F H Simon, L Bujard
1Service de basse vision, Service universitaire d'ophtalmologie Lausanne.
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|May 1, 1990
Summary
Services for low-vision patients in Switzerland vary significantly between centers. While most facilities offer helpful care, the specific treatments and approaches differ considerably, impacting patient support.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
Context:
- An inquiry was conducted across 5 university eye hospitals and 9 regional centers in Switzerland.
- The study focuses on the provision of services for patients with low vision.
Purpose:
- To present the findings of an inquiry into low-vision services in Switzerland.
- To highlight the variability in care provided by different centers.
Summary:
- Most services identified can assist visually handicapped individuals.
- Significant variation exists in the type of care offered across centers.
- A review of patients in Lausanne includes diagnosis, age, and visual acuity data.
Impact:
- Identifies a need for standardization or better understanding of best practices in low-vision care.
- Provides data on the current landscape of low-vision services in Switzerland.
- Informs healthcare providers and policymakers about service availability and differences.