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Pulsatile ocular blood flow in healthy Koreans
Seung Kab Kim1, Byung Joo Cho, Samin Hong
1Institute of Vision Research, Department of Ophthalmology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Korean Journal of Ophthalmology : KJO
|March 8, 2008
Summary
This study established normal pulsatile ocular blood flow (POBF) reference ranges for healthy Koreans. POBF values are influenced by gender, blood pressure, pulse rate, and axial length.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Ocular Physiology
- Medical Research
Background:
- Pulsatile ocular blood flow (POBF) is a key indicator of ocular health.
- Establishing normative data is crucial for diagnosing ocular vascular conditions.
- Previous studies have not comprehensively defined POBF ranges in the Korean population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the normal reference range of pulsatile ocular blood flow (POBF) in healthy Korean subjects.
- To identify factors influencing POBF in this population.
- To provide essential data for clinical ophthalmological assessments.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 280 healthy Korean subjects.
- Measurement of best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), intraocular pressure (IOP), axial length, POBF, systemic blood pressure, and pulse rate.
- Statistical analysis including calculation of mean, standard deviation, percentiles, and multiple regression to identify influencing factors.
Main Results:
- Normal reference ranges for POBF were established for Korean men and women.
- Mean POBF values differed significantly between genders.
- POBF was significantly influenced by gender, mean blood pressure, pulse rate, and axial length.
Conclusions:
- Normal reference ranges for POBF in healthy Koreans were successfully defined.
- Gender, blood pressure, and axial length are significant determinants of POBF.
- These findings provide valuable normative data for clinical practice and research in ophthalmology.
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