L Mowatt

The Accuracy, Quality and Timing of Referrals to the Ophthalmology Division at the University Hospital of the West Indies

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2018.063

Synopsis:

This study determined accuracy, quality and timing for ophthalmic referrals to the University Hospital of the West Indies. Ophthalmologist referrals were 89% accurate and general practitioners were 29% accurate. Only 20% of referrals contained all essential information for proper assessment.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To determine the accuracy, quality and timing of ophthalmic referrals.

Design: This was a prospective study. The data was collected using a pro forma. All patients gave voluntary written consent.

Setting: The Ophthalmology Division at the University Hospital of the West Indies

Received:

04 Apr, 2018

Accepted:

09 May, 2018

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Keywords: General practitioners

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e-Published: 08 Mar, 2019

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The Impact of Visual Impairment on the Quality of Life of Diabetic Patients Attending the University Hospital of the West Indies

Issue:

Vol 69, Issue 9: 2023

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2017.179

Pages:

599-605

Synopsis:

Visual loss from diabetic retinopathy can affect the quality of life (QOL) of diabetic patients. This study assesses the impact of visual impairment on the QOL, and the relationship of other factors, including age, marital status, employment, exercise, and diet compliance.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To assess the impact of visual impairment on the quality of life (QOL) of patients with diabetic retinopathy attending the Retina Eye Clinic at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).

Received:

12 Sep, 2017

Accepted:

20 Dec, 2017

Published:

25 Jan, 2023

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e-Published: 22 Dec, 2017

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Glaucoma Medication Compliance Issues in a Jamaican Hospital Eye Clinic

Issue:

Vol 60, Issue 5 (2011)

Pages:

541–7

Synopsis:

The level of glaucoma compliance medications was improved in females and those who understood their diagnosis and had no comorbid diseases.

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Objective: To investigate the level of compliance with glaucoma medications in a clinic setting and the factors associated with failed compliance.

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e-Published: 05 Feb, 2014

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Ocular Angiostrongyliasis – First Case Report from Jamaica

Issue:

Vol 58, issue 4 (2009)

Pages:

383–5

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Case Reports

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Ocular angiostrongyliasis

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e-Published: 19 Sep, 2013

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An Unusual Presentation of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Issue:

Vol 58, issue 4 (2009)

Pages:

386–7

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Case Reports

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Ocular angiostrongyliasis

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma

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L Mowatt

N Mathew

E Craig

e-Published: 19 Sep, 2013

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An Unusual Case of Bilateral Visual Loss from Metastatic Lung Cancer

Issue:

Vol 58, Issue 3 (2009)

Pages:

283–4

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Bilateral visual loss

Metastatic lung cancer

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L Mowatt

J Grant

e-Published: 18 Sep, 2013

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Spontaneous Resorption of Exudative Retinal Detachments Associated with Ischaemic Central Retinal Vein Occlusion

Issue:

Vol 58, Issue 1 (2009)

Pages:

67–8

INTRODUCTION

Exudative retinal detachments occur as a result of fluid flow alterations and breakdown of the blood retinal barrier which is seen in inflammatory, infectious and neoplastic disease states in addition to abnormal vasculature. Ischaemic central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO) is uncommonly associated with exudative detachments (1, 2). We report a case of exudative retinal detachments secondary to ischaemic CRVO which resolved with conservative management.

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e-Published: 17 Sep, 2013

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Ophthalmic Manifestations of HIV in the Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy Era

Issue:

Vol 62, Issue 4: HIV/AIDS - May (2013)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.210

Pages:

305–12

Synopsis:

Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) has changed the course of HIV eye disease by reducing the incidence of opportunistic infections and improving the remission duration. Cytomegalovirus retinitis is the most prevalent ophthalmic opportunistic infection; however, it is seen less commonly in Africa, where squamous cell carcinomas are common.

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HIV

Cytomegalovirus retinitis

HAART

opportunistic infections

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L Mowatt

e-Published: 14 Aug, 2013

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Extensive Myelination with Retinal Detachment: A Diagnostic Challenge

Issue:

Vol 56, Issue 5 (2007)

Pages:

472–3

INTRODUCTION

Myelinated retinal nerve fibres have been associated with various conditions such as myopia, amblyopia, retinal vascular anomalies and vitreomacular traction syndrome (1, 2, 3). We present two patients with extensive macular myelination associated with retinal detachment and one of them posed a diagnostic challenge.

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Orbital Lymphangioma in a Child: A Diagnostic Dilemma

Issue:

Vol 61, Issue 7 (2012)

DOI:

Doi:10.7727/wimj.2011.192

Pages:

764–6

We report a case of significant unilateral left proptosis after a fall in a 10-year old child. Magnetic
resonance imaging showed an extraconal hyperintense orbital mass extending into the maxillary sinus
which was opacified. After drainage the proptosis resolved. The cause of the acute proptosis was
haemorrhage within an orbital lymphangioma.

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