Computer vision syndrome: Are medical students exempted from it?
Journal Title: IP International Journal of Ocular Oncology and Oculoplasty - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction It has been observed that use of computer by medical students is increasing Study material is becoming more digital computers are used in many of the diagnostic tests that take place within the hospital This study was conducted with the aim to study the prevalence risk factors and clinical evaluation and spread awareness of computer vision syndrome among medical studentsMaterials and Methods This Cross sectional study was conducted at a Medical college in Pune The questionnaire was allotted to students in campus of medical College those who were found to be symptomatic were further evaluated in Out Patient Department of Ophthalmology data analyzed by using SPSS software version 170 Statistical tools used were proportions percentages other appropriate Statistical tests of significance appliedResult the prevalence of computer vision syndrome was 5444 using computers for 68hours have higher percentage 3912 duration more than 68 years of using computers 2902 students suffering from computer vision syndrome cvs ocular non ocular symptomps were statistically significantConclusion The prevalence of computer vision syndrome amongst medical student was 5444 Factors to relieve symptoms were also studied and it is found that awareness of CVS definitely reduce symptomsKeywords Computer vision syndrome Digital eye strain Visual display unit
Authors and Affiliations
Rupali Maheshgaori, Parag Apte, Deepaswi Bhavsar, Gaurav Bramhabhatt, Prachi Bakre
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- DOI 10.18231/2581-5016.2018.0024
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