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Presentation type	E-poster
Title	Effectiveness of Vision Screening in the Elderly: Clinical and Public Health Implications

Purpose	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.
Methods	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.
Results	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.
Conflict of interest	No
Details of conflicting interests	Autor has no relevant conflicts of interest to declare

Authors 1

Initials	Z
Last name	Javdani
Department	Joseph Bracops H
City	Brussels

Authors 2

Initials	F
Last name	Goes
Department	Eye Center Goes
City	Antwerp

Authors 3

Initials	G
Last name	Van Hal
Department	University Antwerp
City	Antwerp

Authors 4

Initials	R
Last name	Kuijpers
Department	Albert Schweitzer H Dordrecht the Netherlands

Authors 5

Initials	D
Last name	Herrera
Department	University Antwerp
City	Antwerp

Authors 6

Initials	N
Last name	Afshari
Department	University of CSD USA
City	San Diego

Authors 7

Initials	R
Last name	Adelman
Department	Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science USA
City	New York