scholarly journals Eye See Eye Learn The Benefit of Comprehensive Eye Examinations for Preschoolers

2012 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Deborah A Jones ◽  
Catherine A Chiarelli ◽  
Barbara E Robinson ◽  
Karen E MacDonald
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Child Development ◽  
Vision Loss ◽  
High Sensitivity ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Good Evidence ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Development Education ◽  
Eye Examination

Objective: Undetected vision problems in children can lead to permanent vision loss, a condition known as amblyopia. Early detection and treatment of the causes of amblyopia may prevent this vision loss. The objective of this paper is to look for evidence that comprehensive eye examinations upon entry to junior Kindergarten are an effective way to identify and treat vision problems early. methods: Relevant peer-reviewed publications on amblyopia and the importance of comprehensive eye examinations were reviewed. Specific areas investigated include: the prevalence and causes of amblyopia; impact of vision problems on child development and education; impact of amblyopia and/or strabismus on quality of life; and the cost effectiveness of treating amblyopia. The validity of vision screening compared to a comprehensive eye examination was also reviewed. Synthesis:The review suggests that without a complete eye examination many eye or vision problems remain undetected at school entry. Left uncorrected these problems negatively impact child development, education and quality of life. Reduced vision due to amblyopia also restricts future employment opportunities and increases the risk of bilateral visual impairment in adulthood. Examination procedures with high sensitivity and specificity are required to accurately detect these problems. Studies show that amblyopia treatment initiated at an early age is one of the most cost-effective of all health interventions. Conclusion: There is good evidence in the literature that a full eye examination is critical to detect all cases of amblyopia. This and other visual problems can be detected and managed at an early age, which leads to better visual quality of life and economical outcomes. The Eye See Eye Learn program offers the “gold standard” of eye care.

scholarly journals Improving health‐related quality of life in glaucoma during 11 years and its association with vision loss and treatment of the disease

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Petri K.M. Purola ◽  
Janika E. Nättinen ◽  
Minna M. Parkkari ◽  
Matti U.I. Ojamo ◽  
Seppo V.P. Koskinen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Vision Loss ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

scholarly journals What Is Known and Unknown About Twice-Weekly Hemodialysis

2015 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 298-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoshitsugu Obi ◽  
Rieko Eriguchi ◽  
Shuo-Ming Ou ◽  
Connie M. Rhee ◽  
Kamyar Kalantar-Zadeh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Urine Volume ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Standard Of Care ◽  
Treatment Regimens ◽  
Interdialytic Weight Gain ◽  
Cost Effective Treatment ◽  
Incremental Hemodialysis

Background: The 2006 Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative guidelines suggest twice-weekly or incremental hemodialysis for patients with substantial residual kidney function (RKF). However, in most affluent nations de novo and abrupt transition to thrice-weekly hemodialysis is routinely prescribed for all dialysis-naïve patients regardless of their RKF. We review historical developments in hemodialysis therapy initiation and revisit twice-weekly hemodialysis as an individualized, incremental treatment especially upon first transitioning to hemodialysis therapy. Summary: In the 1960's, hemodialysis treatment was first offered as a life-sustaining treatment in the form of long sessions (≥10 hours) administered every 5 to 7 days. Twice- and then thrice-weekly treatment regimens were subsequently developed to prevent uremic symptoms on a long-term basis. The thrice-weekly regimen has since become the ‘standard of care' despite a lack of comparative studies. Some clinical studies have shown benefits of high hemodialysis dose by more frequent or longer treatment times mainly among patients with limited or no RKF. Conversely, in selected patients with higher levels of RKF and particularly higher urine volume, incremental or twice-weekly hemodialysis may preserve RKF and vascular access longer without compromising clinical outcomes. Proposed criteria for twice-weekly hemodialysis include urine output >500 ml/day, limited interdialytic weight gain, smaller body size relative to RKF, and favorable nutritional status, quality of life, and comorbidity profile. Key Messages: Incremental hemodialysis including twice-weekly regimens may be safe and cost-effective treatment regimens that provide better quality of life for incident dialysis patients who have substantial RKF. These proposed criteria may guide incremental hemodialysis frequency and warrant future randomized controlled trials.

scholarly journals Osteoarthritis in pet guinea pigs: an update on diagnosis, treatment and management

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 100-106
Author(s):  
Emma Keeble
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Early Diagnosis ◽  
Guinea Pigs ◽  
Advanced Disease ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Nutritional Supplements ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Early Age

This article reviews the current literature on osteoarthritis in pet and laboratory guinea pigs. The associated clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis in pet guinea pigs will be discussed, with options for analgesia detailed. This condition is thought to be common in pet guinea pigs, even from an early age in some genetic lines, although osteoarthritis often goes undiagnosed in this species until advanced disease is present, posing a major welfare concern. Increasing awareness of this condition in veterinary practitioners should aid early diagnosis in pets and help improve their quality of life. Prevention may be possible using oral protective nutritional supplements to slow down the progression of this disease at an early stage. Lifestyle changes are also discussed for the management of this condition in pet guinea pigs.

Beyond vision loss: the independent impact of diabetic retinopathy on vision-related quality of life in a Chinese Singaporean population

2018 ◽  
Vol 103 (9) ◽  
pp. 1314-1319 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva K Fenwick ◽  
Ryan E K Man ◽  
Alfred Tau Liang Gan ◽  
Neelam Kumari ◽  
Charlene Wong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Vision Loss ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
The Impact

Background/aimsTo assess the independent impact of diabetic retinopathy (DR) on three domains of vision-related quality of life (VRQoL) in a Chinese Singapore population.MethodsThe Singapore Chinese Eye Study (n=3353; 2009–2011) was a population-based, prospective, cross-sectional study conducted at the Singapore Eye Research Institute. The study population included 292 adults with diabetes, with and without DR. DR (better eye) was categorised as presence and absence of any DR; severity of DR (no vision-threatening DR (VTDR); severe non-proliferative DR (NPDR); PDR and/or clinically significant macular oedema and VTDR). Our main outcome was VRQoL which was measured using Rasch-calibrated scores from the ‘Reading’, ‘Mobility’ and ‘Emotional’ domains of the Impact of Vision Impairment questionnaire. The relationship between DR and VRQoL was assessed using multiple linear regression models.ResultsOf the 292 individuals (mean age 61.35 ± 9.66 years; 55.8% male), 201 (68.8%), 49 (16.8%), 20 (6.8%), 22 (7.5%) and 27 (9.2%) had no DR, minimal-mild NPDR, moderate-severe NPDR, PDR and VTDR, respectively. Any DR and VTDR were independently associated with 6% and 12% worse Reading scores and 7% and 18% poorer Emotional well-being, respectively, compared with those without DR. These associations persisted after separate adjustment for visual impairment and presenting visual acuity. No significant difference was found in the Mobility domain between persons with and without DR.ConclusionsWe documented that DR, particularly VTDR, was independently associated with restrictions in Reading and Emotional well-being. Understanding factors underlying the detrimental DR-VRQoL relationship may optimise rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with DR.

Penyuluhan, Cek Kesehatan Dan Pengobatan Gratis Di Klinik Kartika Husada

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Happy Elda Murdiana ◽  
Istri Bartini ◽  
Nisa Isneni Hanifa
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Service System ◽  
Microvascular Complications ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Community Services ◽  
Proactive Approach ◽  
Optimal Quality ◽  
Health Service System

Diabetes Mellitus is a silent killer disease that can cause both macro and microvascular complications. The prevalence of DM in Indonesia is 1.5% of interviews diagnosed with doctors, and in DIY 12.2% of DM patients are not treated and show taking medication or using insulin from all ages in the Yogyakarta area 89.94%. Prolanis is a health service system and a proactive approach that is implemented in an integrated manner that involves participants, health facilities, and BPJS Kesehatan in the framework of health care for BPJS Kesehatan participants who suffer from chronic diseases to achieve optimal quality of life with cost-effective and efficient health services. Community service is carried out at the Kartika Husada Clinic in DM prolanic patients with counseling methods about DM disease and its prognosis and appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies. Followed by supporting health tests as a basis for drug administration. The administration of drugs to prolanis patients is carried out by the interactive Information and Education Communication (IEC) method for both the patient and accompanying family. A series of community services carried out to support the BPJS prolanis program which aims to improve the quality of life of patients by controlling blood sugar and regulating lifestyle.

Hypnosis: An Altered State of Consciousness

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sayani Basu
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Altered State ◽  
Therapeutic Method ◽  
Altered State Of Consciousness ◽  
The Brain

Hypnosis, an induced trance state, poses significant effects on the brain and this phenomenon is considered a viable, cost-effective and safe therapeutic method that boosts the quality of life.

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