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Ophthalmological findings in a sample of Swedish children aged 4-15 years
Marita Andersson Grönlund1, Susann Andersson, Eva Aring
1Institute of Clinical Neuroscience, Section of Ophthalmology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden. marita.gronlund@oft.gu.se
Insights
Most Swedish children aged 4-15 have good visual acuity (VA). This study characterized common ophthalmological findings, including refractive errors and strabismus, in this pediatric population.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Public Health
Background:
- Ophthalmological health in children is crucial for development.
- Establishing normative data for pediatric eye conditions is essential for early detection and intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the spectrum of ophthalmological findings in a representative sample of Swedish children aged 4 to 15 years.
- To provide baseline data for comparison with other pediatric populations.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, cross-sectional study involving comprehensive ophthalmological examinations.
- 143 children (67 girls, 76 boys) aged 4-15 years were included.
Main Results:
- 79% of children achieved a visual acuity (VA) of 1.0 or better in their better eye.
- Refractive errors were common, with 22% having astigmatism and 9% having hyperopia.
- Amblyopia was rare (0.7%), while strabismus was present in 3.5% of the children.
Conclusions:
- The studied sample of Swedish children exhibits favorable ophthalmological parameters.
- These findings can serve as a valuable reference for evaluating pediatric eye health in similar age groups.
Aims:
To characterize ophthalmological findings in a sample of Swedish children aged 4-15 years.
Methods:
A prospective cross-sectional comprehensive ophthalmological investigation was performed on a sample of 143 children (67 girls, 76 boys) aged 4-15 years.
Results:
Visual acuity (VA) in the better eye >or=1.0 (
Conclusion:
This sample of Swedish children may serve as a comparison group regarding ophthalmological findings in children aged 4-15 years.
