First and second eye cataract surgery and driver self-regulation among older drivers with bilateral cataract: a prospective cohort study

First and second eye cataract surgery and driver self-regulation among older drivers with bilateral cataract: a prospective cohort study

Abstract Background Driving a car is the most common form of transport among the older population. Common medical conditions such as cataract, increase with age and impact on the ability to drive. To compensate for visual decline, some cataract patients may self-regulate their driving while waiting...

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Main Authors: Seraina Agramunt, Lynn B. Meuleners, Michelle L. Fraser, Kyle C. Chow, Jonathon Q. Ng, Vignesh Raja
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Older drivers
Bilateral cataract
Cataract surgery
Self-regulation
Contrast sensitivity
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-018-0743-1

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