Clinical & experimental ophthalmology
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Clin. Experiment. Ophthalmol. · Sep 2011
Multicenter StudyEye health service access and utilization in the National Indigenous Eye Health Survey.
To determine access to and utilization of eye health services for indigenous Australians. ⋯ Eye health services for indigenous Australians need to be provided in culturally appropriate facilities with clear links to the indigenous community to optimize access to care and reduce the prevalence of vision impairment. The adequate provision of accessible eye care services is an important component in 'closing the gap' in vision loss for indigenous Australians.
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Clin. Experiment. Ophthalmol. · Sep 2011
Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease presenting as acute angle closure glaucoma at onset.
To investigate the clinical features of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease presenting as acute angle closure glaucoma at onset. ⋯ VKH disease presenting with a bilateral increased IOP mostly occurs in older women. The strikingly decreased visual acuity associated with mild to moderate increased IOP is a clue to the diagnosis. The increased IOP responded well to corticosteroids but not to anti-glaucoma treatment.