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Br J Ophthalmol 87:1391-1396 doi:10.1136/bjo.87.11.1391
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Impact of an interdisciplinary low vision service on the quality of life of low vision patients

Table 1

Components of ILVS

Patient history, visual assessment, LVA provision and initial training Ophthalmic nurse and ophthalmologist
Examination and diagnosis Ophthalmologist
Provision of information to patient and carer Ophthalmic nurse and ophthalmologist, social work/rehabilitation
Registration if appropriate Ophthalmologist
Follow up phone call Social work/rehabilitation
Domiciliary visit(s) addressing: independent living skills, mobility, LVA training, social benefits Social work/rehabilitation
Re-referral to LV clinic if necessary Social work/rehabilitation

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