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A simplified screening test for identifying people with low vision in developing countries

J E Keeffe1, J E Lovie-Kitchin, H Maclean

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Melbourne, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Australia.

Bulletin of the World Health Organization
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
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Developed low vision screening tests, based on the E test, are effective for distance and near vision in developing countries. Field-tested across 32 nations, these tools demonstrate high sensitivity and specificity for identifying visual impairment.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health
  • Global Health

Background:

  • Low vision presents a significant challenge in developing countries, impacting daily life and access to services.
  • Existing screening methods may not be suitable for resource-limited settings.
  • The E-based test offers a potential solution for accessible vision screening.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate simple, effective screening tests for low vision.
  • To assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of these tests in developing countries.
  • To determine the sensitivity and specificity of the developed screening tools.

Main Methods:

  • Development of distance and near vision tests based on the E test.
  • Evaluation and validation in trials with participants aged 4-90 years.

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  • Field testing across health, education, and rehabilitation services in 32 developing countries.

    • Main Results:

    • Distance vision test: 85% sensitivity, 96% specificity.
    • Near vision test: 100% sensitivity, 84% specificity.
    • Tests demonstrated appropriate content and format for developing country contexts.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed E-based vision screening tests are effective tools for identifying low vision in developing countries.
    • The tests are suitable for use in diverse health, education, and rehabilitation settings.
    • High sensitivity and specificity confirm their utility for public health initiatives.