Institutt for optometri, radiografi og lysdesign
Recent Submissions
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Sex Differences in the Prevalence of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Mini Review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Purpose: In this review, we aimed to investigate the literature on sex-specific prevalence of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and to determine whether women or men are more at risk for MGD. Methods: A search was conducted ... -
Response predictors of a topical corticosteroid-based regimen for dry eyes: A real-life study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Purpose: To examine the effectiveness and identify clinical response predictors of a short corticosteroid-based regimen consisting of topical preservative-free 0.1% dexamethasone (Monopex®, Théa Laboratories) in conjunction ... -
A scoping review of the ethics frameworks describing issues related to the use of extended reality
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)The use of extended reality (XR) / immersive technologies such as virtual, augmented, mixed reality and virtual worlds (Metaverse) raises issues of ethical concern. The various issues, if left unaddressed, may impact human ... -
Training healthcare professionals in assessment of health needs in older adults living at home: a scoping review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Background: Interprofessional assessment and management of health needs for older adults living at home can help prioritize community service resources and enhance health, yet there is a shortage of professionals with the ... -
Predictability of cortico-cortical connections in the mammalian brain
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Despite a five order of magnitude range in size, the brains of mammals share many anatomical and functional characteristics that translate into cortical network commonalities. Here we develop a machine learning framework ... -
Getting stuck in a rut as an emergent feature of a dynamic decision-making system
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Human sensorimotor decision making has a tendency to get ‘stuck in a rut’, being biased towards selecting a previously implemented action structure (hysteresis). Existing explanations propose this is the consequence of an ... -
Academic performance and musculoskeletal pain in adolescents with uncorrected vision problems
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Background Undetected vision problems are common in school children, and a prevalence of up to 40% has previously been reported. Uncorrected vision and lack of optimal eye wear can have a significant impact on almost all ... -
Assessing MRI referrals’ appropriateness for low back pain post a radiology-initiated intervention
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Introduction: This study evaluated a pilot intervention to reduce low-value Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) referrals for Low Back Pain (LBP). Methods: This before-after intervention study analysed MRI referrals for LBP ... -
A retrospective longitudinal study of 52 Finnish patients with X-linked retinoschisis
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Purpose: To describe clinical characteristics in Finnish patients with X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) longitudinally with emphasis on retinal morphology and genotype–phenotype correlations. Methods: A retrospective cohort ... -
Comparing radiologists and radiographers’ assessment of MRI referrals for low back pain: Insights from two imaging centres in Norway
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the differences in MRI referral assessments for low back pain (LBP) between radiologists and in-house trained radiographers. Methods: This is the second part of a retrospective ... -
Risk of not being in employment, education or training (NEET) in late adolescence is signalled by school readiness measures at 4–5 years
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Background Not being in employment, education, or training (NEET) is associated with poor health (physical and mental) and social exclusion. We investigated whether England’s statutory school readiness measure conducted ... -
Effects of immersive virtual nature on nature connectedness: A systematic review and meta-analysis
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Objective: This study systematically summarizes the extant literature on the impacts of immersive virtual nature (IVN) on nature connectedness in the general population. Methods: Papers were considered eligible if ... -
Radiographers’ perceptions of the experiences of patients with dementia attending the radiology department
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Background: Patients with dementia frequently present to the Radiology Department. However, stigmas have been recorded amongst radiographers surrounding imaging persons with dementia (PwD). This study aimed to investigate ... -
Radiographers' experiences in working with patients living with dementia in Norway – A qualitative study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Introduction: Imaging departments are seeing an increase in the number of patients living with de- mentia (PWD), driven by the ageing population and diagnostic benefits offered by medical imaging. This study explored ... -
Sustainability in healthcare by reducing low-value imaging – A narrative review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Objectives: This narrative review aims to present the concept of value in imaging and explore why we conduct low-value procedures, how to reduce this wasteful use, and what we could gain from reducing low-value imaging. ... -
Doses from ionising radiation in paediatric cardiac catheterisations in Norway 1975-2021
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Paediatric patients with congenital heart disease often undergo cardiac catheterisation procedures and are exposed to considerable ionising radiation early in life. This study aimed to develop a method for estimating the ... -
Identifying Visual Impairment After Acquired Brain Injury—Current Practice, Referrals, and Barriers
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Purpose: Visual impairment (VI) is still underdiagnosed in patients with acquired brain injury despite the large impact on daily life activities and rehabilitation. The aim of this study was to explore the current practice ... -
A Complete Globe Dislocation without Orbital Wall Fracture
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Introduction: The complete globe dislocation is a rare type of trauma in clinical practice of ophthalmologists. Case Presentation: In this report, we present a case of complete globe dislocation with optic nerve avulsion ... -
Review of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose in Artificial Tears for the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Dry eye disease (DED) is a highly prevalent condition, resulting in reduced quality of life, lower participation in social life and impaired work efficiency. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) is a cellulose-based ... -
Children had smaller brain volumes and cortical surface areas after prenatal opioid maintenance therapy exposure
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Aim: The studies have shown that infants with prenatal OMT exposure had smaller brain volumes than non-exposed controls, but long-term outcome data are lacking. We examined 5-13-year-old OMT-exposed children with brain MRI ...
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