Which glaucoma patients should be monitored at home and exploration of clinician perceptions on home monitoring? a survey of glaucoma specialists in the UK.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To identify suitable patients for glaucoma home monitoring and explore clinicians' perceptions of the possible benefits and risks of home monitoring within the National Health Service.

Design

An online survey composed of open-ended and closed-ended questions.

Setting

Secondary care.

Participants

Glaucoma specialists registered with the UK and Eire Glaucoma Society.

Outcome measures

Agreement with clinical scenarios.

Results

The estimated response rate was 68% (n=49). Of 49 participants, 92% (n=45) were consultant ophthalmologists and 71% (n=35) had over 10-year experience. There was a poor agreement regarding an ideal glaucoma patient for home monitoring, with only one scenario achieving over 60% agreement. Most participants believed th

SUBMITTER: Alagappan U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11574396 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature