Prevalence of Refractive Errors Among the Children of Special Education Complex, Peshawar
Journal Title: Journal of Gandhara Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
OBJECTIVES:The objective of our study was to determine the prevalence of refractive errors among children of special education complex. METHODOLOGY:A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine refractive error among the children of special education complex Hayatabad, Peshawar. A total of 272 children were examined from age 5-19 years. Refractive errors were determined by doing retinoscopy, subjective and objective refraction, ophthalmoscope and, hand held auto refractors. Snellen’s charts, lea symbol chart and kay pictures were used for assessing the visual acuity in children who could cooperate. RESULTS:Among 272 children, 225 children were males (82.7%). 34(12.5%) were mentally retard, 182(66.9%) were hearing impaired and 56(20.6%) were physically handicapped. Children suffering from refractive errors were 47(17.3%). 11(4.0%) reported that they were using glasses. Squint was present in 5(1.8%). On examination status of right eye 5(1.8%) were with visual acuity 6/60 or less. For children who were unable to comprehend with Snellen visual acuity chart, they were be assessed by using other charts like Lea symbol chart or Kay pictures. 19(7.0%) were assessed by Lea symbol chart, 9(3.3%) by Kay pictures and maximum number of children easily understand Snellen visual acuity chart that was 244(89.7%). CONCLUSION:This study concluded that refractive errors were common in special children.
Authors and Affiliations
Bismah Saleem, Naeem Ullah, Hamid Hussain, Ayaz Ayub, Muhammad Khan
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