The low vision aphakic patient.
This paper gives a comprehensive overview of the care of the low vision aphakic patient. Included is a discussion of the psychological considerations in dealing with this patient, the examination procedures, a summary of the categories of low vision aids available, lighting considerations, accessory aids, training and follow-up care, and the use of outside agencies for referral.
D001036:Aphakia, Postcataract / Q000628:therapy*; D002648:Child; D005139:Eyeglasses / Q000592:standards; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007909:Lenses / Q000592:standards; D008029:Lighting; D008297:Male; D009887:Ophthalmoscopy; D012682:Sensory Aids / Q000592:standards*; D012947:Social Work; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000628:therapy*; D014792:Visual Acuity