Near-vision impairment and unresolved vision problems in Indigenous Australian adults

摘要

To describe near-vision impairment, self-reported unresolved vision problems and barriers to having near-vision correction in Indigenous Australians. Design: A nationwide population-based study designed to determine the causes and prevalence of vision loss and utilization of eye care services. Participants: Indigenous Australians aged ≥40years. Methods: Using a multistage random cluster sampling methodology, 30 geographical areas stratified by remoteness were selected to obtain a representation of Indigenous Australians. Visual acuity was conducted using a standard E chart. A questionnaire collected data on eye health, eye care service utilization and vision-related quality of life. Main Outcome Measures: Near-vision impairment defined as presenting binocular near visual acuity