The Cost of Vision Problems
The Economic Impact of Vision Problems:
The Toll of Major Adult Eye Disorders, Visual Impairment and Blindness on the U.S. Economy
This report describes the economic burden of the leading age-related eye diseases: age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataract, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and refractive error. It also looks at the economic impact of vision impairment and blindness.
- Introduction
- Section 1: A Closer Look at Definitions and Breakdown of Cost
- Section 2: Annual Total Burden to the U.S. Economy of AMD, Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Refractive Errors, Visual Impairment and Blindness
- Section 3: Annual Excess Economic Burden of Visual Impairment and Blindness for Individuals Aged 40 and Older
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