Here we summarise three research papers from a recent issue of Optometry in Practice.
Thyroid eye disease: what should optometrists know?
Rebecca Ford FRCOphth
Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system becomes mistakenly activated against the patient’s own orbital tissues, causing inflammation and swelling.
TED is relatively rare, affecting around 25 of every 100,000 people in the UK, so optometrists may not see many cases in their careers. However, TED is important because it is a very distressing condition that can threaten eyesight and alter facial appearance enough to cause permanent disfigurement if not treated.
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The GOC’s findings indicate strong patient satisfaction with eye care services but identifies that registrants have concerns that commercial pressures could potentially impact their ability to deliver the best possible care to patients, as well as affecting their wellbeing.
