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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cremeb opens investigation into case where 11 people lost their vision after cataract surgery in Salvador

The Regional Medical Council of Bahia has opened an investigation regarding an incident in which eleven patients lost vision in one eye following cataract surgery at a clinic in Salvador.

Mar 19 • 00:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Kaleva: Elderly Person Forced to Decline Surgery Date - Unfortunate Consequences

An elderly individual in Oulu was unable to attend a scheduled cataract surgery in Tampere due to the impracticality of travel, resulting in serious implications for their healthcare.

Mar 17 • 13:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kaleva: Elderly person from Oulu received surgery date from Tampere – refusal had harsh consequences

An elderly patient was removed from the treatment guarantee due to her inability to travel for cataract surgery, highlighting issues in healthcare access

Mar 17 • 07:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Glaucoma, or green cataract, can rob you of sight before you notice the first symptoms

The article discusses the dangers of glaucoma, which can lead to vision loss before noticeable symptoms appear.

Mar 12 • 04:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cataract surgery at a clinic in Salvador leaves 11 patients without vision in one eye

Eleven patients lost vision in one eye after cataract surgery at Clivan clinic in Salvador, Brazil, due to complications that required them to undergo eye evisceration.

Mar 11 • 15:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Patients who suffered complications after cataract surgery in a clinic in Salvador are referred for rehabilitation

Eleven patients in Salvador, Brazil, who suffered vision loss after cataract surgery will receive rehabilitation at the Institute of the Blind of Bahia.

Mar 10 • 22:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Number of people who lost their sight after cataract surgery in Salvador rises to eleven

The number of patients who lost vision in one eye following cataract surgery at a private clinic in Salvador has increased to eleven, prompting an investigation and the closure of the clinic.

Mar 9 • 23:38 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

“I see it, so is it too early?” Doctor dispels myths about cataracts

A Lithuanian ophthalmologist warns that misconceptions and fears often delay cataract surgery, which can greatly improve quality of life.

Mar 9 • 10:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Marathon of Surgeries: In 24 Hours, 383 People Were Operated on for Free for Cataracts

A marathon of free cataract surgeries took place in Berazategui, Argentina, where over 100 ophthalmologists operated on 383 residents in just 24 hours.

Mar 5 • 21:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

After a Serious Eye Operation, 'Man-go' Vocalist R. Petrauskytė Didn't Hide Her Shock: 'Catastrophe'

After undergoing eye surgery, singer Rima Petrauskytė expressed her dismay at the discomfort she experienced during the procedure.

Mar 5 • 11:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seven people have lost part of their vision and two are awaiting the same procedure after cataract surgery in BA

Seven patients in Salvador, Brazil, have reported partial vision loss following cataract surgery at a private clinic, leading to the clinic's closure and ongoing investigations.

Mar 4 • 19:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Removed eyeball, infection, and clinic shut down: what we know about patients who lost vision after surgeries in Bahia

Six patients lost an eye following cataract surgery at a clinic in Salvador, Brazil, which has since been shut down due to health violations.

Mar 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Number of Patients Who Lost Their Vision After Cataract Surgeries in Salvador Rises to Six

The number of patients who lost vision following cataract surgeries at a private clinic in Salvador has increased to six.

Mar 4 • 01:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Five people lose their sight after undergoing cataract surgery in Salvador

Five individuals have lost their eyesight following cataract surgeries performed at a clinic in Salvador, Brazil, which has since been shut down due to reports of complications.

Mar 3 • 16:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ophthalmological clinic is banned in Salvador after patients reported vision loss due to cataract surgery

The City Health Department of Salvador has shut down Clivan Clinic after multiple patients reported losing their vision following cataract surgery.

Mar 2 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sesapi begins cataract campaign with over 7,000 surgeries; see schedule

The Piauí Health Department has launched a cataract initiative aimed at performing over 7,000 surgeries to improve residents' quality of life.

Mar 2 • 18:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Cataract: Don’t wait for it to 'ripen'

The article discusses the importance of not delaying treatment for cataracts, emphasizing early intervention.

Mar 1 • 16:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Africa ranks lowest in surgeries that prevent the leading cause of blindness: 'No one should lose their sight due to cataracts'

A significant disparity in access to cataract surgeries exists in Africa, with experts highlighting the urgent need for more interventions to prevent blindness.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Gorakhpur hospital has deprived 9 people of their eyesight

Nine patients lost their eyesight following a cataract surgery camp at a private hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to negligence and subsequent infection.

Feb 19 • 16:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Darkness Instead of Light! A Hospital in Gorakhpur Has Taken Away the Eyes of 9 People

Nine patients lost their eyesight after cataract surgeries at a private hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to negligence and subsequent infections.

Feb 19 • 11:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Cataract surgery in Gorakhpur turned fatal, 9 patients lost their eyesight

A cataract surgery camp in Gorakhpur led to severe infections for several patients, resulting in nine individuals permanently losing their eyesight.

Feb 19 • 06:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

There is a trend to operate more and more quickly, admits an ophthalmologist: why he does not recommend it

An Argentine ophthalmologist warns against the rapid trend of cataract surgery as the population ages and highlights the importance of early detection and treatment.

Feb 16 • 08:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Blindness after outreach: Medical team from surgeries may be held liable for irreversible damages to patients, says Public Prosecutor's Office

The medical team responsible for surgeries that led to total or partial vision loss in 13 patients during a cataract outreach program in Taquaritinga (SP) may face legal consequences from the Public Prosecutor's Office.

Feb 11 • 08:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

WHO: Half of cataract patients worldwide have no access to surgery

Nearly half of the over 94 million people suffering from cataracts globally lack access to surgical intervention, according to the World Health Organization.

Feb 11 • 04:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Cataract Surgery: Doctor Outlines Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Lenses

An ophthalmologist explains cataract surgery and discusses the features of modern lenses, addressing myths about the postoperative period.

Feb 10 • 08:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How cataract surgery patients are doing one year after allegations in the interior of SP

A year after allegations surfaced regarding a cataract surgery event in Taquaritinga, Brazil, patients who lost their sight face diverse outcomes and shared feelings of frustration and loss of autonomy.

Feb 10 • 07:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Rima Petrauskytė-Paulauskienė announced two operations: 'It's incredibly scary'

Rima Petrauskytė-Paulauskienė is about to undergo serious surgery to replace the lenses in both of her eyes due to worsening eyesight and cataracts.

Feb 3 • 16:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Argentina ranks three private clinics among the best in Latin America, with one from Mendoza leading the ranking

Argentina has distinguished itself again in private medicine in Latin America, with three institutions making it onto the top list for cataract surgery, as ranked by Newsweek and Statista, and the Instituto Zaldivar in Mendoza achieving first place.

Feb 2 • 12:45 UTC

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