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Self-reported Myopia in Trinidad and Tobago: A Cross-sectional Study
Ngozika Esther Ezinne1,2, Michael Agyemang Kwarteng1, Selassie Tagoh3
1Department of Clinical Surgical Sciences, Optometry Unit, University of the West Indies, Saint Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago.
The Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal
|December 4, 2024
Summary
The prevalence of self-reported myopia in Trinidad and Tobago was 40.9%. Myopia prevalence was significantly associated with age, ethnicity, education, religion, family history, and lifestyle factors.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Myopia, a common refractive error, poses a significant public health challenge globally.
- Understanding myopia prevalence is crucial for developing targeted interventions and healthcare strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of self-reported myopia in Trinidad and Tobago.
- To identify factors associated with myopia in the studied population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to April 2024.
- Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire with systematic random sampling.
- Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were employed for data analysis.
Main Results:
- A total of 350 participants completed the study, with a response rate of 91.15%.
- The prevalence of self-reported myopia was 40.9%.
- Myopia prevalence showed significant associations with age, ethnicity, education, religion, family history, lifestyle, and computer use.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights a substantial prevalence of myopia in Trinidad and Tobago, aligning with global trends.
- Self-reported myopia rates were higher than some clinical surveys but consistent with international data.
- Family history and lifestyle factors are significantly associated with myopia.
