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Blindness and partial-sight: aetiological factors and data collection systems.

J K Anand1, J A Leitch, J T Roberts

  • 1Peterborough Health Authority.

Public Health
|July 1, 1990
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Analysis of consultant ophthalmologist data (Form BD 8) reveals trends in blindness and partial sight causes. Recommendations include revising the form for better epidemiological monitoring of visual disability across England.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Blind and partially sighted patients require registration with social services.
  • Consultant ophthalmologists complete Form BD 8 for patient registration.
  • Understanding aetiological factors is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze aetiological factors of visual disability using Form BD 8 data.
  • To compare historical and contemporary data on visual impairment.
  • To propose improvements for monitoring epidemiological trends in visual disability.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of Form BD 8 data collected from 1982 to 1986.
  • Tabulation and comparison of data with national and regional datasets.

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  • Review of current data collection practices for visual disability.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified aetiological factors for blindness and partial sight from the analyzed dataset.
    • Provided a comparative analysis with existing national and regional data.
    • Highlighted limitations in current data collection methods.

    Conclusions:

    • Current Form BD 8 data collection is valuable but requires enhancement.
    • A national strategy involving regional health authorities is proposed for comprehensive data gathering.
    • Form BD 8 should be revised for simplification and computer compatibility to improve epidemiological surveillance of visual disability.