Future Science OA (Feb 2023)

Refractive errors among medical students in Jordan: prevalence, types and possible risk factors

  • Asem A Alqudah,
  • Alex J Bauer,
  • Abdelwahab Aleshawi

DOI
https://doi.org/10.2144/fsoa-2022-0075
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9, no. 2

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Aim: This study aims to determine the prevalence of refractive errors among medical students in Jordan. Materials & methods: Cross-sectional model through an online questionnaire was conducted. The questionnaire was distributed randomly to 700 medical students. Results: Females participated more than males. It was revealed that 525 (75%) of the total students were found to have a refractive error. Myopia was the most common type. About 79.0% of students have a positive family history of refractive errors which was more significant in students with refractive errors. Spectacles were the most common used method of treatment. Conclusion: The prevalence of refractive errors was high among medical students in Jordan. A positive family history was associated with students having refractive errors.

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