| Autor: |
Alali, Naif Mamdouh, Aljayani, Rabab Talal, Aljammaz, Hanan Mohammad, Aljayani, Rawabi Talal, Hashem, Faris, Alamri, Mari Mohammed |
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International Medical Journal; Oct2023, Vol. 30 Issue 5, p271-275, 5p |
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Background: Color vision deficiency (CVD) is a relatively common disorder, particularly in men. This poses a problem for the medical field worker since color vision can be used as a tool in investigations and follow-ups. Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of color vision deficiency as a visual disability among medical students at the University of Tabuk. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The study enrolled medical students of both genders. The participants completed a self-administered questionnaire about their personal and medical history; then, they were screened for CVD using the Ishihara 15-plate test. Results: The study included 300 medical students. The prevalence of CVD with slight changes and CVD were 10.3% and 3.7%, respectively. The CVD with slight changes and CVD were significantly associated with male gender (p < 0.001), sixth academic year (p = 0.015), presence of vision problems (p = 0.002), family history of CVD (p = 0.003), previous eye surgery (p < 0.001), head/eye trauma (p = 0.009), and exposure to drugs/chemicals (p = 0.001). Conclusions: The rate of CVD among medical students at the University of Tabuk is approximate to the reported rates elsewhere. Early screening of medical students is recommended to identify those suffering from CVD and provide them with the required consultation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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