An Innovative Australian Outreach Model of Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in Remote Communities
Background. Up to 98% of visual loss secondary to diabetic retinopathy (DR) can be prevented with early detection and treatment. Despite this, less than 50% of Australian and American diabetics receive appropriate screening. Diabetic patients living in rural and remote communities are further disadv...
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| Main Authors: | Nicola M. Glasson, Lisa J. Crossland, Sarah L. Larkins |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Diabetes Research |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/1267215 |
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