33 Result(s)
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Hypertension is associated with narrower retinal arteriolar calibre in persons with and without coronary artery disease
The aims of this study were to investigate independent associations between hypertension and retinal vessel calibre in a high cardiovascular risk cohort and to determine whether these associations also exist i...
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Caregiver perceptions about the impact of caring for patients with wet age-related macular degeneration
Caregivers of older persons with eye disease, namely age-related macular degeneration (AMD), have been reported to have a higher than expected distress. Very few studies have explored caregiver perceptions as ...
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Genome-wide meta-analysis identifies six novel loci associated with habitual coffee consumption
Coffee, a major dietary source of caffeine, is among the most widely consumed beverages in the world and has received considerable attention regarding health risks and benefits. We conducted a genome-wide (GW)...
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Parental history of hypertension and dietary intakes in early adolescent offspring: a population-based study
We investigated the cross-sectional association between parental history of hypertension and dietary intakes among early adolescent schoolchildren. A total of 1845 participants aged 12 years had complete data ...
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Influence of blood pressure and body mass index on retinal vascular caliber in preschool-aged children
We assessed the associations between body mass index (BMI) and blood pressure (BP) with the retinal microvasculature among preschool-aged children. Three hundred and seventy-nine children aged 3–<6 years old h...
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Potential effects of systematic errors in intraocular pressure measurements on screening for ocular hypertension
Raised intraocular pressure (IOP) increases the risk of glaucoma. Eye-care professionals measure IOP to screen for ocular hypertension (OHT) (IOP>21 mm Hg) and to monitor glaucoma treatment. Tonometers commonl...
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Differences in association between birth parameters and blood pressure in children from preschool to high school
We aimed to investigate the association between birth parameters with blood pressure (BP) among preschool- and school-aged children. Two separate childhood datasets were used: (1) 1295 children aged 3–6 years ...
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Retinal nerve fiber layer and optic disc measurements by spectral domain OCT: normative values and associations in young adults
To determine normative values and associations of retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) and optic disc parameters in normal eyes measured by spectral domain optical coherence tomography (OCT).
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The relationship between aortic stiffness and changes in retinal microvessels among Asian ischemic stroke patients
Large-artery stiffness is a risk factor for stroke, including cerebral small-vessel disease. Retinal microvascular changes are thought to mirror those in cerebral microvessels. We investigated the relationship...
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Visual acuity testability and comparability in Australian preschool children: The Sydney Paediatric Eye Disease Study
To establish standardised protocols for vision screening, testability and comparability of three different vision tests were examined in a population-based, cross-sectional sample of preschool children (Sydney...
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Relationship between a range of sedentary behaviours and blood pressure during early adolescence
Very few studies have explored links between physical activity, sedentary behaviours and blood pressure (BP) in early adolescence. We aimed to assess the association between a range of sedentary activities (sc...
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Influence of diabetes on macular thickness measured using optical coherence tomography: the Singapore Indian Eye Study
To determine the influence of diabetes, diabetic retinopathy (DR), and other factors on macular thickness, measured using optical coherence tomography (OCT), in a population-based sample.
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New approaches for the treatment of diabetic macular oedema: recommendations by an expert panel
The current standard therapy for patients with diabetic macular oedema (DME)—focal/grid laser photocoagulation—usually does not improve impaired vision, and many patients lose vision despite laser therapy. Rec...
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Lens retrodots and vacuoles and their associations with the prevalence and incidence of age-related cataract
To assess the prevalence of retrodots and vacuoles and their associations with the prevalence and long-term incidence of age-related cataract in an older Australian cohort.
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Food and nutrient consumption trends in older Australians: a 10-year cohort study
Few longitudinal population-based cohort studies of older people have described dietary intakes over time. The objective of this study was to assess changes in the food and nutrient intake in a cohort of older...
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Open AccessAngiotensin-converting enzyme gene and retinal arteriolar narrowing: The Funagata Study
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene polymorphism is associated with retinal arteriolar narrowing, a subclinical marker of chronic hypertension. The Funag...
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Quantitative retinal vascular calibre changes in diabetes and retinopathy: the Singapore Malay eye study
To describe the relationship of retinal vascular calibre with diabetes and diabetic retinopathy in an Asian population.
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Prevalence and associations of epiretinal membranes in an adult Japanese population: the Funagata study
To determine the prevalence and risk factors of epiretinal membranes (ERM) in a Japanese population.
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Ethnic differences in refraction and ocular biometry in a population-based sample of 11–15-year-old Australian children
To examine the prevalence of refractive error and distribution of ocular biometric parameters among major ethnic groups in a population-based sample of 11–15-year-old Australian children.
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Change in health-related quality of life after cataract surgery in a population-based sample
To assess the long-term outcomes from cataract surgery on self-rated health, and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in a population-based older sample.
