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BCLA CLEAR Presbyopia: Management with Scleral Techniques, Lens Softening, Pharmaceuticals, and Nutritional Therapies

Available from: 1/09/2025 (AEST)

Where to publish: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=932

Provider: Mivision

Activity Outline

As part of the BCLA CLEAR presbyopia project, a group was formed to review the literature relating to the management of presbyopia by scleral and crystalline lens softening, as well as pharmaceutical and nutritional therapies. This group was led by Professor Shehzad Naroo, from Aston University.1 This article, the fifth of a series encapsulating significant conclusions from the BCLA CLEAR Presbyopia publications, was written by Professors Craig Woods and Shehzad Naroo.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand how the anatomy of the sclera changes with age, causing presbyopia,
  • Be aware of current and emerging treatments to soften the crystalline lens,
  • Comprehend current and emerging treatments to soften the sclera, and
  • Be aware of current and emerging treatments targeting miosis.

Max CPD hours awarded: 1

Session Information

Name
BCLA CLEAR Presbyopia: Management with Scleral Techniques, Lens Softening, Pharmaceuticals, and Nutritional Therapies
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
No
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.