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Many ophthalmologists need to perform consultation and examination in emergency rooms where ophthalmic test equipments are not readily available. With the advent of smart devices, several basic vision tests can now be carried at the patient’s bedside in emergency room or outside the clinic. Additionally, patients with some ocular diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, can also use their smartphones to perform regular checks between office visits for timely detection of any change.
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Ichhpujani, P., Thakur, S. (2018). Apps and Social Networking Pages for Basic Workup. In: Smart Resources in Ophthalmology. Current Practices in Ophthalmology. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-0140-7_2
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