Utilization of Low Vision Aids in Buphthalmos

Authors: Partha Haradhan Chowdhury* and Brinda Haren Shah

Special Issue 2

Abstract

Purpose: To analyse the utilization of the prescribed low vision device in the subjects of Buphthalmos. Methods: Prospective, cross sectional and observational study was performed at low vision centers in Gujarat. All the visual functions were analysed after proper refractive correction. Low vision aids were prescribed and follow up was taken after 3 months to know the utilization of prescribed low vision devices. Data was analysed using SPSS software version 20. Results: 87 subjects were included in the study. Out of them, 61% were males. It shows that spectacles of refractive correction (78%) were mainly used by subjects for distance. For near, maximum CCTV (96%) is used which is followed by stand magnifier (83%). This can be taken into consideration while prescribing devices for Buphthalmos. Conclusions: In cases of Buphthalmos, vision can be enhanced by illuminated stand magnifier or CCTV for near and spectacle correction for distance.

Keywords: Buphthalmos; Low vision aids

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