Factors influencing the selection of spectacle frames and lenses – Knowledge, attitude, and practice study
| Autor: | Mini Christina, Gowri Mahasampath, John Victor Peter, Jayanthi Peter |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2024 |
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| Zdroj: | Journal of Clinical Ophthalmology and Research, Vol 12, Iss 2, Pp 133-138 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 2320-3897 2320-3900 |
| DOI: | 10.4103/jcor.jcor_23_24 |
| Popis: | Background: This study evaluated the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of patients toward the selection of frames and glasses and factors that influence selection options. Patients and Methods: In this questionnaire-based study comprising closed-end questions, consenting patients aged over 18 years were recruited. The association between family income and age on KAP was analyzed using Fisher’s exact test. Results: The mean (standard deviation) age of the cohort (n = 200, 97 males) was 44.6 ± 16.2 years. A majority (85%) stated that spectacles improved vision; 9% believed it would make eyes weaker. Only 39% were aware of alternate options for refractive error. The durability of the frame was a key factor in selecting frames in 47%; 44% stated they would change spectacles every year. Expensive frames, celebrity endorsement, fashion, and branding influenced choice in 35%, 13.5%, 12%, and 7.5% of the respondents, respectively. Higher annual family income (>Rs. 50,000) when compared with low income ( |
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