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RECRUITINGINTERVENTIONAL

Developing and Testing a Model to Identify Preventive Vision Loss Among Older Patients in General Practice

Developing and Testing a Model to Identify Preventive Vision Loss Among Older Patients in General Practice (DETECT)

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About This Trial

In this cohort study, the investigators will test vision screenings in Danish general practice for patients over 70 years of age with minimum one chronic condition. The main outcome is detection of vision impairment and secondary outcome is detection of conditions needing ophthalmologic follow-up but not presenting vision impairment at present time.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - +70 years - One or more chronic diseases - Are followed by GP du to chronic disease Who Should NOT Join This Trial: - Dementia diagnosis - Known eye-diseases or are currently followed by private ophtalmologist - Not able to understand Danish Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * +70 years * One or more chronic diseases * Are followed by GP du to chronic disease Exclusion Criteria: * Dementia diagnosis * Known eye-diseases or are currently followed by private ophtalmologist * Not able to understand Danish

Treatments Being Tested

OTHER

focus on vision impairment in older patients in general practice

GP or GP nurse carry out the three vision tests. All patients visit optician shop collaborating with the project. An ophthalmologist review data from optometrists and provide an epicrisis to general practice. In case of acute conditions, the ophthalmologist is responsible for expedient treatment. If the patient needs further control by ophthalmologist within 12 month waiting time, general practice are responsible for referring the patient.

Locations (2)

Søndre Lægehus (GP practice)
Køge, Køge, Denmark
Louise Uhre General Practice
Køge, Denmark