Meeting Coverage:

World Ophthalmology Congress

WOC: 2018

The World Burden of Cataract Surgery

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Jorge L. Alió, MD, PhD, FEBO, reviews the global impact of cataracts. Studies have suggested that the number of blind people worldwide will reach 115 million by 2050. Developing countries are disproportionately affected due to a lack of resources. Dr. Alió suggests some cost-effective options to treat these patients and prevent blindness.

Posted: 6/18/2018

Keywords:

Cataract Surgery

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The World Burden of Cataract Surgery

Jorge L. Alió, MD, PhD, FEBO, reviews the global impact of cataracts. Studies have suggested that the number of blind people worldwide will reach 115 million by 2050. Developing countries are disproportionately affected due to a lack of resources. Dr. Alió suggests some cost-effective options to treat these patients and prevent blindness.

Posted: 6/18/2018

Keywords:

Cataract Surgery

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