{"product_id":"the-glaucoma-screening-manual-9789354652219","title":"The Glaucoma Screening Manual","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlaucoma is a condition of the eye in which the optic nerve is damaged due to increased fluid pressure in the eye. Left untreated, the condition may lead to permanent blindness.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe disease is usually picked up during a routine eye test, often before it causes any noticeable symptoms. Other tests are needed afterwards to diagnose and monitor the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe purpose of glaucoma screening tests is to detect patients with early stage disease, so that they can be treated to reduce the risk of visual field loss, and better manage the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis manual is a comprehensive guide to setting up a community-based glaucoma screening program.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith checklists and detail on equipment, manpower, and required infrastructure, the text provides insight into encouraging community participation, support mobilisation, and data recording.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe book also provides a clear plan for action when screening delivers a positive result, along with continuous monitoring of the program for efficacy and acceptance. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreening: The Rationale and Feasibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhom to Screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation of Screening Activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgram Management Timelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirming with Regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-screening Protocol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation, Education and Communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity Participation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment Checklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn Site Checklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatient Flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Operating Procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost Screening Follow Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEfficacy Measures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppendix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047095664983,"sku":"9789354652219","price":23.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9789354652219.jpg?v=1750970247","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-glaucoma-screening-manual-9789354652219","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}