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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL in London, UK.
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom.
Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL in London, UK.
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom.
Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the instituteÕs inherited corneal disease laboratory with the labÕs principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL
18/11/2024. London, United Kingdom. Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL.
Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visits UCL to learn about cutting-edge genetics research funded by Fight for Sight (FFS) into disabling eye diseases.
The visit to the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology was an opportunity for the Duchess to meet the future generation of eye health researchers.
Her Royal Highness toured the institute’s inherited corneal disease laboratory with the lab’s principal investigator Professor Alice Davidson and Fight for Sight Chief Executive Keith Valentine. Professor Davidson researches conditions that affect the cornea (the transparent outer layer of the eye), some of which can contribute to vision loss or even blindness.
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272403
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272404
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272410
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272407
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272409
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta (L), a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation with his mother (R) at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272401
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, receives eye drops during an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272402
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, just received eye drops during an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272405
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272408
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REPORTAGE - Mexiko: Leben mit dem Prader-Willi Syndrome
Jose Angel Mendieta, a six-year-old Mexican boy, attends an ophthalmology consultation at the Federico Gómez Children's Hospital in Mexico City, Mexico on March 15, 2017. Jose Angel weighs 47 kilos (103.5 pounds) and stands 119 centimeters (3 feet 11 inches). He was diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome at age four, a process that took over two years. He lives with his mother. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in chromosome 15. In newborns symptoms include weak muscle tone (hypotonia), poor appetite and slow development. In childhood the person experiences a sensation of constant hunger no matter how much he/she eats which often leads to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual impairment and behavioral problems. Physical characteristics include a narrow forehead, small hands and feet, short in stature, and light skin color. Prader-Willi syndrome has no known cure. However, with early diagnosis and treatment such as growth hormone therapy, the condition may improve. Strict food supervision is typically required. PWS affects an estimated 1 in 10,000 to 30,000 people worldwide. (Photo by Bénédicte Desrus/Sipa USA) *** Local Caption *** 21272406
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PEOPLE - Royals: Die Bilder des Wochenende
October 2, 2016 - Kathmandu, Nepal - Princess Beatrice looks on during her visit to Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Beatrice is the second female in line to succeed her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
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PEOPLE - Royals: Die Bilder des Wochenende
October 2, 2016 - Kathmandu, Nepal - Princess Beatrice reacts during her visit to Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Beatrice is the second female in line to succeed her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
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PEOPLE - Royals: Die Bilder des Wochenende
October 2, 2016 - Kathmandu, Nepal - Princess Beatrice looks on during her visit to Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Beatrice is the second female in line to succeed her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
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PEOPLE - Royals: Die Bilder des Wochenende
October 2, 2016 - Kathmandu, Nepal - Princess Beatrice gestures during her visit to Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Beatrice is the second female in line to succeed her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540p)
Duchess going under sedation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540r)
Duchess feeling groggy after the operation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540o)
Duchess going under sedation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540m)
Duchess rubbing her eye after the operation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540l)
Jim Carter specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight....
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540n)
Cataract in Duchess's left eye, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540k)
Duchess's trunk receiving anaesthetic, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540j)
Jim Carter, specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology, performs the operation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have re...
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540h)
Duchess being sedated, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540g)
Duchess being sedated, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540f)
Duchess being sedated, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540e)
Duchess being sedated, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540d)
Cataract in the eye before the operation, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540b)
The cataract being removed, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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First UK cataract operation on an elephant, Paignton Zoo, Devon, Britain - 20 Sep 2012
NOT FOR USE ON GREETING CARDS, POSTCARDS, CALENDARS OR ANY MERCHANDISING WORLDWIDE WITHOUT CLEARANCE BY RICHARD AUSTIN
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540c)
The cataract being removed, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Richard Austin / Rex Features (1872540a)
The cataract being removed, Zookeepers are carefully monitoring Duchess the elephant, the first in the UK to undergo an eye operation, to discover how much of her sight has returned after having a cataract removed from her left eye.
Paignton Zoo's 42-year-old African elephant had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and has lately become practically blind.
Staff have high hopes for the operation's success - conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology - although Duchess was still disorientated from the procedure and was being kept out of view with plenty of reassurance from staff.
Her sight had apparently deteriorated to the point where she could only tell the difference between light and shade and staff are hoping that this will restore her sight for most distances.
Elephant Regains Sight After Groundbreaking Cataract Op
An elephant has regained her eyesight after undergoing a groundbreaking cataract operation.
Last month African elephant Duchess, from Paignton Zoo in Devon, became the first in the UK to undergo the eye operation.
The 42-year-old had her right eye removed in 2011 because of glaucoma, and went on to develop cataracts in her left eye.
This left her virtually blind and meant she was only able to tell the difference between light and shade.
The delicate operation to remove the cataracts was conducted by Jim Carter, a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
The three hour procedure appeared to go well but staff have had an anxious wait to see just how successful it has been.
They are now overjoyed after Duchess, who has suffered no ill effects from the procedure, appears to have regained most of her sight.
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