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Type de présentation	E-poster
Titre	Effectiveness of Vision Screening in the Elderly: Clinical and Public Health Implications

But	Vision screening in the elderly is a potential strategy to reduce avoidable blindness and visual impairment. Yet evidence of its effectiveness in major ocular conditions is often underestimated. This study evaluates the clinical and public health impact of systematic vision screening in older adults.
Méthodes	Effectiveness was evaluated for six conditions—cataract, glaucoma, AMD, DR, refractive error, and dry eye—using measures like early detection, referral completion, treatment initiation, and improvements in vision and quality of life. General indicators included screening coverage, follow-up compliance, reduced preventable blindness, and cost-effectiveness.
Résultats	Screening facilitated earlier diagnosis and treatment, improving outcomes across all conditions. It reduced severe vision loss in cataract, enhanced treatment adherence in glaucoma, and preserved vision in AMD and DR. Refractive error correction boosted independence, and dry eye care improved comfort. Overall, screening achieved high coverage, reduced preventable blindness, and proved cost-effective.
Conclusion	Systematic vision screening in the elderly is effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient. It improves early detection, treatment, and outcomes, reducing avoidable blindness and supporting healthy aging. It should be a priority in health agendas.
Conflit d'intérêt	Non
Détails conflits d'intérêt	Autor has no relevant conflicts of interest to declare

Auteurs 1

Initiales	Z
Nom	Javdani
Institut	Joseph Bracops H
Ville	Brussels

Auteurs 2

Initiales	F
Nom	Goes
Institut	Eye Center Goes
Ville	Antwerp

Auteurs 3

Initiales	G
Nom	Van Hal
Institut	University Antwerp
Ville	Antwerp

Auteurs 4

Initiales	R
Nom	Kuijpers
Institut	Albert Schweitzer H Dordrecht the Netherlands

Auteurs 5

Initiales	D
Nom	Herrera
Institut	University Antwerp
Ville	Antwerp

Auteurs 6

Initiales	N
Nom	Afshari
Institut	University of CSD USA
Ville	San Diego

Auteurs 7

Initiales	R
Nom	Adelman
Institut	Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science USA
Ville	New York