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- Refractive Error (Vision Initiative)

August 4, 2021 |

Refractive Error (Vision Initiative)

The content in this fact sheet has been produced by the Vision Initiative.

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- Posterior vitreous detachment (PVD)

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Posterior vitreous detachment (PVD)

The vitreous The vitreous is a clear jelly-like substance filling the cavity of the eye. It lies directly…

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- Pan Retinal Photocoagulation (PRP)

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Pan Retinal Photocoagulation (PRP)

Your condition The retina is a layer at the back of the eye that is responsible for vision….

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- Orbital Decompression Surgery

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Orbital Decompression Surgery

What is orbital decompression surgery? Orbital decompression surgery is an operation on the eye socket (orbit) that reduces…

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- Ocular Motility Clinic

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Ocular Motility Clinic

What is ocular motility? Ocular motility is a broad term that covers how well your eyes are moving…

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- Open Globe Injury – Discharge Instructions

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Open Globe Injury – Discharge Instructions

What is an open globe injury? An open globe injury (OGI) is where there is a full-thickness break…

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- Methylprednisolone Treatment

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Methylprednisolone Treatment

What is methylprednisolone treatment? Methylprednisolone is a steroid drug used to treat or reduce inflammation of your optic…

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- Macular Disease Treatment

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Macular Disease Treatment

What is macular disease? Macular disease affects the part of the retina called the macula. The retina is…

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- Low Vision Services

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Low Vision Services

Melbourne Metro and Regional Victoria Low vision services in Victoria are offered by the following service providers (in…

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- Lester Jones Bypass Tube

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Lester Jones Bypass Tube

What is a Lester Jones bypass tube? A Lester Jones bypass tube is a thin tube made from…

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- Laser Retinopexy

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Laser Retinopexy

Your condition The retina is the light sensitive layer that lines the inside of the eye. If the…

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- Laser Posterior Capsulotomy

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Laser Posterior Capsulotomy

Your condition During cataract surgery your normal lens (which sits behind the iris or coloured part of the…

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