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  • Title: Using light to treat age-related macular degeneration.
    Author: Nosek J.
    Journal: Nurs Times; ; 101(46):30-3. PubMed ID: 16315801.
    Abstract:
    Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a potentially blinding disease that can be treated by verteporfin photodynamic therapy. This article discusses the specialist ophthalmic nurse's role in the assessment, treatment and support of patients with AMD, highlighting key elements in the care pathway and the benefit of prompt triage in safeguarding remaining vision.
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