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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology and Optometry
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness globally.
  • Effective glaucoma management relies on regular monitoring and timely treatment.
  • Understanding practice patterns is crucial for optimizing eye care delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in visual field testing and antiglaucoma drug prescribing in Australia.
  • To compare the roles of optometrists and ophthalmologists in glaucoma care.
  • To assess the impact of policy changes on prescribing patterns.

Main Methods:

  • Serial cross-sectional study utilizing Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) data.
  • Analysis of visual field testing reimbursements (2003-2022) and antiglaucoma drug prescriptions (2008-2022).
  • Comparison of optometric and ophthalmologic practice patterns over time.

Main Results:

  • Visual field testing rates increased overall, with optometry surpassing ophthalmology in 2009.
  • Antiglaucoma drug prescriptions significantly rose from 2009, especially after inclusion in the optometric PBS.
  • Prostaglandin analogues were the most frequently prescribed antiglaucoma medications.

Conclusions:

  • Optometrists play an expanding and significant role in Australian glaucoma management.
  • Increased optometric activity in visual field testing and prescribing has not reduced ophthalmology's role.
  • The expanding scope of optometry enhances patient access to glaucoma care, addressing the challenge of undiagnosed glaucoma.