WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE
HEALTHCARE RESEARCH

Sahar Kareem Raheem*, Teeba Mezher Abdul-Saheb and Nagham R. Ghaffori Kanaan

ABSTRACT

Background: This study addresses the complexities of diagnosing refractive error in school children, with a particular focus on the accuracy achieved with visual acuity testing using the Snellen eye chart. Method: The study was based on a dataset of 49 people, including 24 males and 25 females, and highlights the complex interactions between various factors and vision quality. Results: The mean age of the participants was approximately 8.37 years, with slight differences between male and female groups. This difference prompted further investigation into the potential impact of gender on vision outcomes. Overall, the mean vision quality score was 1.98, with slight differences between genders. Further segmentation based on presenting complaints revealed interesting findings, suggesting a possible correlation between reported vision problems and the severity of refractive error. Furthermore, an examination of vision quality in relation to academic achievement revealed a compelling pattern, with academic achievement significantly associated with visual acuity. This dataset also provides valuable insights into the impact of underlying diseases on vision quality and highlights the importance of considering comorbidities when assessing and treating refractive error. Conclusion: the analysis highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating refractive error in school children. By considering factors such as gender, age, presenting complaint, school performance, and underlying medical conditions, healthcare professionals can optimize diagnostic accuracy and tailor interventions to achieve the best visual health outcomes for this vulnerable population.

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