title: [Social Law Entitlements and Compensations for Visually Impaired Patients in Germany, Focussed on Glaucoma].
abstract: Although prevention of progression is the most important issue in the treatment of glaucoma patients, information on visual aids and social law entitlements is also helpful. In this article, the main aspects of compensation for visual impairment are outlined so that you can competently support your patients, without much effort, with helpful tips and appropriate instructions.
authors.affiliation: Bezirksamt Mitte von Berlin, Beratungsstelle für sehbehinderte Menschen, Berlin.
authors.forename: C C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Stamm
mesh_terms: D005858:Germany; D005901:Glaucoma / Q000191:economics*; D006297:Health Services Accessibility / Q000191:economics* / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006801:Humans; D028701:Patient Rights / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D012936:Social Medicine / Q000191:economics / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D012946:Social Welfare / Q000191:economics* / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D019987:Persons with Visual Disabilities / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*