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Update and guidance on management of myopia. European Society of Ophthalmology in cooperation with International Myopia Institute
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)The prevalence of myopia is increasing extensively worldwide. The number of people with myopia in 2020 is predicted to be 2.6 billion globally, which is expected to rise up to 4.9 billion by 2050, unless preventive actions ... -
Use and underuse of mobility aids in individuals with visual impairment: a cross-sectional study of a Norwegian sample
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Purpose: To examine the use and underuse of mobility aids in individuals with visual impairment. Methods: A telephone survey including a probability sample of 736 adults who were members of the Norwegian Association of ... -
Use of ionizing radiation in a Norwegian cohort of children with congenital heart disease: imaging frequency and radiation dose for the Health Effects of Cardiac Fluoroscopy and Modern Radiotherapy in Pediatrics (HARMONIC) study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background: The European-funded Health Effects of Cardiac Fluoroscopy and Modern Radiotherapy in Pediatrics (HARMONIC) project is a multicenter cohort study assessing the long-term effects of ionizing radiation in patients ... -
Utility of Tear Osmolarity Measurement in Diagnosis of Dry Eye Disease
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)The prevalence of dry eye disease is high worldwide and poses a great burden on patients’ daily lives. Accurate diagnosis of the disease is important, and it requires application of various methods. Hyperosmolarity is ... -
Validation of the Norwegian International Reading Speed Texts (IReST) in adult readers with normal vision
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)There is a lack of standardised reading tests in Norwegian suitable for adults and persons with visual impairment (VI). The International Reading Speed Texts (IReST) measure reading performance of longer paragraphs. The ... -
The validity and reliability of observational assessment tools available to measure fundamental movement skills in school-age children: A systematic review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Background: Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) play a critical role in ontogenesis. Many children have insufficient FMS, highlighting the need for universal screening in schools. There are many observational FMS assessment ... -
Video display terminal use and dry eye: preventive measures and future perspectives
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background: Dry eye disease (DED) is a common cause of ocular pain and discomfort. Dry eye disease (DED) stems from a loss-of-tear film homeostasis and is frequently seen in video display terminal (VDT) users. Video display ... -
Vision status of children aged 7–15 years referred from school vision screening in Norway during 2003–2013: a retrospective study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)Background: Undetected vision problems is an important cause of reduced academic achievement, performance in everyday life and self-esteem. This receives little attention in national health care services in Norway even ... -
Visual acuity in children : the development of crowded and single letter acuities
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2011)Previous research has explored the development of visual acuity in babies and children, and it has been established that the measured visual acuity is dependent on the method used. In the present study developmental trends ... -
Visual and psychological stress during computer work in healthy, young females' physiological responses
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018)Purpose Among computer workers, visual complaints, and neck pain are highly prevalent. This study explores how occupational simulated stressors during computer work, like glare and psychosocial stress, affect physiological ... -
Visual function in Norwegian children aged 5–13 years with prenatal exposure to opioid maintenance therapy: A case–control study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Purpose: To assess various aspects of visual function in school children prenatally exposed to opioid maintenance therapy (OMT) and to explore possible outcome differences between prenatal methadone and buprenorphine ... -
Visual impairments amongst preschool and school attendees: A scoping review of vision school screening in Nigeria and Kenya
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022)Background: The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child emphasises the importance of quality education and good health. Vision problems affect the academic performance of schoolchildren in developing and ... -
What is in it for me? Norwegian radiographers and radiation therapists’ experiences from obtaining a master's degree
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Introduction: Radiographers and radiation therapists are essential in providing patients with high-quality diagnostic imaging or therapeutic services. Therefore, radiographers and radiation therapists must get involved in ... -
Workplace factors facilitating the radiographers’ assessment of referrals for diagnostic imaging - A qualitative study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)Introduction: Radiology referrals are assessed for appropriate imaging based on the available clinical information. The task is legally the responsibility of the radiologists but could be delegated to radiographers under ...