Dr.HARSH VARDHAN SINGH
Aim-to evaluate common ocular pathology in children of age group 8–15yrs in rural & backward community.
Material & methods–total of 92 children(8–15 yrs) of rural & backward community were screened for various ocular pathologies including congenital cataract, uncorrected refractive errors, corneal opacity etc. Comprehensive ocular examination including slit lamp, cycloplegic refraction & fundus evaluation were done. IOP measurement & gonioscopic evaluation in cases of suspected glaucoma were performed.
Results–ocular diseases like ocular trauma, allergic conjunctivitis, adnexal infection and refractive errors were commonest conditions in rural group as compared to urban group with uncorrected refractive errors, conjunctivitis, cataract, strabismus being more common.
Conclusion–Preventable childhood ocular diseases with potentially blinding effects are more common in rural population. Proper education will further reduce preventable blindness of these group of rural backward population.
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