Visual impairment and falls in older adults: the Blue Mountains Eye Study

Article Abstract:

Visual impairment may increase an elderly person's risk of falling. Researchers gave vision tests to 3,299 people 49 years or age or older. Problems with visual acuity and contrast sensitivity were linked to an increased risk of two or more falls, as was a diagnosis of cataract. Macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy were not associated with falls.

Risk factors, Falls (Accidents), Accidental falls, Vision disorders

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Visual risk factors for hip fracture in older people

Article Abstract:

The association between poor vision and risk of hip fracture in the Blue Mountains Eye Study is determined. The details associated with the visual impairment in the risk of hip fracture are discussed.

Physiological aspects, Eye diseases

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The effect of emergency department crowding on the management of pain in older adults with hip fracture

Article Abstract:

An analysis on the effect of emergency department (ED), crowding on the assessment and treatment of pain in older adults with hip fracture, is presented.

Analysis, Pain, Emergency medical services

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