Publications by authors named "Fernando Yaacov-Pena"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Fernando Yaacov-Pena"
- Fernando Yaacov-Pena's recent research primarily focuses on the intersection of ophthalmology and public health, with a particular emphasis on intraocular pressure variations in different atmospheric conditions, as well as the prevalence and causes of blindness in specific populations.
- His study on intraocular pressure changes during hyperbaric chamber simulations sheds light on potential implications for military personnel and divers, while his earlier work in Paraguay aimed to identify the main causes of blindness among the urban population.
- Additionally, he has analyzed cataract surgery data in Brazil to assess surgical rates and the need for increased cataract interventions, addressing public health goals geared towards reducing cataract-related blindness in line with WHO targets.