Long-term visual health risks from solar ultraviolet radiation. Proposals for ocular protection.
Several clinical observations suggest the necessity of protective measures to prevent eye damage from solar ultraviolet radiation. Recommendations for protection are given.
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Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Food and Drug Administration, Rockville, Md.
D004307:Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation; D005139:Eyeglasses; D006801:Humans; D010777:Photochemistry; D011832:Radiation Injuries; D012164:Retinal Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D012307:Risk Factors; D013472:Sunlight / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013997:Time Factors; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control