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Manhattan Vision Screening and Follow-up Study in Vulnerable Populations (NYC-SIGHT): Design and Methodology
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5 01 2021
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Source: J Glaucoma. 30(5):388-394
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Alternative Title:J Glaucoma
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Description:Purpose:
To describe the study design and methodology of the Manhattan Vision Screening and Follow-up Study in Vulnerable Populations, which aims to investigate whether community-based vision screenings can improve detection and management of glaucoma, vision impairment, cataract, and other eye diseases among vulnerable populations living in affordable housing developments in upper Manhattan.
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This 5-year prospective, cluster-randomized, controlled trial consists of vision screening and referral for follow-up eye care among eligible residents aged 40 and older. Visual acuity, intraocular pressure (IOP), and fundus photography are measured. Participants with visual worse than 20/40, or IOP 23-29 mmHg, or unreadable fundus images fail the screening and are scheduled with the on-site optometrist. If IOP is ≥30 mmHg, participants are assigned as “fast-track” and referred to ophthalmology. Participants living in seven developments randomized to the Enhanced Intervention Group who fail the screening and need vision correction receive complimentary eyeglasses. Those referred to ophthalmology receive enhanced support with patient navigators to assist with follow-up eye care. Participants living in three developments randomized to the Usual Care Group who fail the screening and need vision correction are given an eyeglasses prescription only and a list of optical shops. No enhanced support is given to the Usual Care Group. All participants referred to ophthalmology are assisted in making their initial eye exam appointment.
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This study targets vulnerable populations where they live to ensure improved access to and utilization of eye-care services in those who are least likely to seek eye care.
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Pubmed ID:33492894
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC11650758
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Volume:30
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Issue:5
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