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Review
. 2020 Mar;31(2):81-84.
doi: 10.1097/ICU.0000000000000647.

Vision 2020: where are we?

Rupert R A Bourne  1   2
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Review

Vision 2020: where are we?

Rupert R A Bourne. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2020 Mar.

Abstract

Purpose of review: To describe the VISION 2020: The Right to Sight, global initiative for the elimination of avoidable blindness, the contribution of glaucoma to the magnitude of global blindness and priorities going forward.

Recent findings: Although the target of the World Health Organization's Global Action Plan (2014-2019) has not been met in terms of 25% reduction in avoidable blindness, there is evidence that the contribution of glaucoma to blindness and vision impairment is reducing. Yet this focus on a threshold of visual acuity by which to measure prevalence underestimates the true burden of glaucoma. Recent population-based studies demonstrate the scale of the unmet need.

Summary: Scaling up of integrated people-centered eye care, by embedding glaucoma detection and care pathways in health systems with a strong focus on primary healthcare, is necessary. Solutions include reinforcing existing pathways while emphasizing high-quality glaucoma care, in addition to novel solutions such as self-testing, digital portable technology, artificial intelligence, and multilevel care pathways that extend to the most underserved parts of the global community.

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