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Abstract #94724 Published in IGR 22-2
The Future Is Now: Incorporating Telemedicine into Glaucoma Care
Ertel MK; Kahook MY; Capitena Young CECurrent ophthalmology reports 2021; 0: 1-8
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The field of teleglaucoma has expanded rapidly in recent years with several large-scale teleglaucoma screening programs in existence throughout the world. Additionally, teleglaucoma programs for use in disease management are under study. The limited access to care that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for expansion of such programs. This article reviews the literature on teleglaucoma for screening and management of glaucoma, discussing considerations for incorporating teleglaucoma into clinical practice. RECENT FINDINGS: Teleglaucoma screening reduces the rate of false-positive referrals and can accurately screen at-risk populations with accuracy similar to in-person screening. The use of teleglaucoma for the management of glaucoma shows promise for low-risk patients with early disease. Furthermore, teleglaucoma is cost-effective and reduces travel burden for patients resulting in high patient satisfaction. SUMMARY: Teleglaucoma offers potential for improving access to glaucoma care, reducing the burden on patients and health care systems.
Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center, UC Health, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO USA.
Full articleClassification:
6.19 Telemedicine (Part of: 6 Clinical examination methods)
1.6 Prevention and screening (Part of: 1 General aspects)