Pattern of eye diseases among participants of free eye screening program in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Abraham, Emem Godwin; Megbelayin, Emmanuel Olu

doi:10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20170735

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“…This shows that they would be exposed to variety of ocular diseases because virtually all age groups were represented. The commonest presentation was refractive error and this was in keeping to the findings by Ani, et al, Anyiam, et al and Abraham et al in their studies in same oil rich Niger Delta region of Nigeria [6,9,10]. The high prevalence of refractive error may not solely be related to these irritants because refractive error was also found to be the commonest cause of mild and moderate visual impairment in the countrys (Nigerian National blindness survey) survey.…”

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Distribution of Ocular Disorders in Communities Affected by Crude Oil-spillage in Rivers State

Awoyesuku

Chinawa

Ejimadu

2019

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Objective: To assess the ocular disorders prevalent in communities affected by crude oil-spillage in Rivers State. Methods: A cross sectional study involving participants at a one day free eye screening event in Ogu Bolo Local Government area of Rivers State. Participants had comprehensive ocular examination, a pen torch examination of the anterior segment and a direct fundoscopy using the Welch Alllyn Ophthalmoscope, Tonometry was done using the Keeler Pulse air tonometer and those with minor ocular pathologies were treated on site while more chronic disease were referred to a private Ophthalmology group practice. Statistical Analysis: Data was analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.0. Descriptive statistics employed mean, median, standard deviation and range values. Frequencies and proportions were used for categorical variables. Results: The mean age was 46.76±16.03 years while the age range was 1-90 years. The male to female ratio was 1:1.1. About 57.9% and 57.1% of the people had visual acuity better than 6/18 in the right and left eyes respectively. About 19.7% and 20.1% had visual acuity worse than 6/36 in the right and left eyes respectively. The commonest Ocular disorder was Refractive Error (33.6%).This was followed by Presbyopia (17.8%), Cataract (15.1%), Allergic Conjunctivitis (6.5%) while Ocular albinism was least (0.2%). Conclusion: Ocular anterior segment disorders are prevalent in communities affected by oil spillage and could be due to exposure to petroleum-related chemical irritants.

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Distribution of Ocular Disorders in Communities Affected by Crude Oil-spillage in Rivers State

Awoyesuku

Chinawa

Ejimadu

2019

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“…A similar pattern was reported by Anyiam et al and Abraham et al in their series. 9,11 Ocular surface disorders (Allergic conjunctivitis, bacterial conjunctivitis, pterygium and photophobia), was the second most common ocular disorder found in this series with allergic conjunctivitis constituting majority of this. The prevalence of ocular surface disorders in this oil community was 12%.…”

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“…This finding is similar to that reported by Abraham and Monsudi in 2 different geopolitical zones of the country, were an interplay of culture, finance and social factors was cited as possible reasons for this. 9,10 Most of the participants 145 (59.9%) had good visual acuity in both eyes. Refractive error was the commonest eye disorder in this study.…”

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Pattern of ocular disorders in an oil community

Ani

Fiebai

2018

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: Environmental pollutants particularly from industries can be a significant cause of ocular disorders. This could affect not just quality of life but also productivity especially in an occupationally active age group. The aim of this study was to determine the pattern and prevalence of ocular disorders in an oil community.Methods: A retrospective study was carried out after a one day free medical outreach at Ekerekana- ama, Okrika. Information culled from the records of each patient included demographic data, visual acuity, ocular findings and diagnosis.Results: A total of two hundred and forty-two subjects were studied. Refractive error and presbyopia were the commonest ocular disorder seen. Ocular surface disorders comprising of allergic conjunctivitis, pterygium, photophobia and bacterial conjunctivitis, was the second most common with a prevalence of 12%.Conclusions: The pattern and distribution of ocular disorders in this study mirrors that reported in other studies done in oil communities to a considerable extent. Government interventions in formulating and regulating refining processes should be reinforced. Provision of more accessible eye care in those communities will also improve their ocular status significantly.

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“…Glaucoma was seen in 4 (0.5%) participants classified as one of the least common causes of morbidity, contrary to findings in studies that showed that it was among the most prevalent ocular morbidities in and the most important cause of blindness in Nigeria [14] [15]. These variations in ocular morbidity patterns support that the patterns differ with countries and regions [4]. The RAAB conducted in the western province of Rwanda shows that the prevalence of bilateral blindness is 1.8%, with cataracts (65%) being the most ocular morbidity contributing to blindness, the ocular morbidity pattern in the Mageragere community differs from that in the western province of Rwanda, where cataracts were the main ocular morbidity [9].…”

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“…The pattern of ocular disease varies from country to country and even in the same country from district to district [4]. The two main causes of visual impairment in the world are uncorrected refractive error (42%) and cataract (33%), [1].…”

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A Survey on Pattern of Ocular Morbidity in a Rural Community in Rwanda

Ekemiri¹,

Omondi²,

Uwisunze³

et al. 2019

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Background: Majority of ocular morbidities found in developing countries are preventable and curable and vary from country to country and from community to community. Screening of ophthalmic conditions in communities with underserved ophthalmic services, can help detect and treat various spectra of ocular morbidity. Untreated ocular conditions may lead to vision impairments and blindness. Methods: A free walked-in ophthalmic screening outreach survey was conducted at a rural community in Rwanda and the total number of attendees was 762. Patients' demographics, detailed case history, and ophthalmic specific evaluation tests generated the survey data. Treatment offered was based on the diagnoses made. Patients who required special treatment or reviews were referred to the health care facilities for further investigations and subsequent management. The recorded data on observation forms were analyzed by Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) computer software using descriptive statistics. Results: Majority (91.5%) of the patients were from Mageragera community where the outreach was conducted. The number of females 71.7% (546) seen were more than males 28.3% (213) in the ratio of 2.5:1. Age group with the highest number of patients was (1-10) years, 139 (18.2%) while the least was ≥71 years, 34 (4.5%). Among ocular morbidities diagnosed, conjunctivitis ranked highest 562 (73.8%), followed by refractive errors 118 (15.5%) and cataract 31 (4.1%). Glaucoma was diagnosed in 4 (0.5%) clients. Medication given included steroidal, non-steroidal and antibiotics ophthalmic drugs. Conclusion: A total of 762 patients benefited from early diagnoses, treatment and referrals. The pattern of eye diseases observed was similar to other reports from other developing countries. Statistics from this survey provides baseline data which can be used for planning, management and prevention of ocular conditions in the studied community as well as in research.

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Pattern of eye diseases among participants of free eye screening program in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Cited by 7 publications

References 5 publications

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