Digital Revolution in Post-Cataract Care: Chinese Trial Tests App-Based Follow-Up to Replace Clinic Visits
247 Health News Editorial
·11 Apr 2026
·4 min read
·clinical-trialsA groundbreaking Chinese trial is testing whether smartphone-based vision testing can safely replace traditional one-week clinic visits after cataract surgery. The study could revolutionise postoperative ophthalmology care delivery globally.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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