Prevalence of myopia in medical students in southern rajasthan
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH - Year 2014, Vol 6, Issue 7
Abstract
Introduction: There has been a rise in the prevalence of myopia across the world. Although several hypotheses have been proposed, exact cause remains obscure. Methods: The study has been conducted on first MBBS students. After detailed history, ophthalmic examination was done including visual acuity and cycloplegic refraction. Prevalence of myopia was calculated and statistically analyzed. Results: Out of 150 (36 males) students myopia was found in (94) 62.66%. The number of myopic females was more than myopic males (61.7% vs, 38.29%, p < 0.005). Low myopia, moderate myopia and high myopia were found in 75%, 20.21% and 7.44% students respectively. Conclusion: Myopia is highly prevalent among medical students. Near work can be the most important associated environmental risk factor.
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Pratibha Mehta and Rishi Mehta
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