Five Year Cataract Surgical Rate in Iran

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Hassan Hashemi · Noor Eye Hospital

Fateme Alipour · Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research

Shiva Mehravaran · Noor Eye Hospital

Farhad Rezvan · Noor Eye Hospital

Akbar Fotouhi · Tehran University of Medical Sciences

Farshid Alaedini · Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research

Abstract

CSR has significantly increased in Iran in recent years but is still below the target suggested by WHO. Considering the age structure of the young population of Iran, the present CSR may suffice. However, it is necessary to implement plans to increase CSR and obviate obstacles to eliminating cataract blindness.

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Ophthalmology and Visual Health Research Retinal and Optic Conditions Intraocular Surgery and Lenses

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Published in: Optometry and Vision Science

Volume 86, Issue 7, pp. 890-894

DOI: 10.1097/opx.0b013e3181ae1cc6

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