International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research
2024, Volume-5, Issue-5 doi: 10.5281/zenodo.13734056
Original Research Article
A Study on Computer Vision Syndrome among Undergraduate Medical Students in Medical College at Jamnagar, Gujarat
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Sept. 9, 2024
Abstract

Introduction: The development of technology in education made a noticeable transformation in the methods of teaching, presenting information, and sources for studying. However, this convenient lifestyle still raised a health-related concern. Among the health-related aspects is a condition known as computer vision syndrome (CVS). CVS symptoms occur when there is a need to increase the visual demand to the extent it exceeds the person’s visual ability. Dry eyes have been proved to play as a major contributor to CVS symptoms. Aim and Objective: Aim of this study is to study computer vision syndrome in medical students. Material and Method: An observational, cross-sectional study of 250 Undergraduate medical students in government medical college, Jamnagar between December 2021 to June 2022. Questionnaire was used to record asthenopic symptoms and daily exposure to electronic screens. Result: 170 boys and 80 girls who were examined by only one ophthalmologist. Sample comprised of Control Group (Students whose overall screen time is less than 4 hours) of 75 students and Case Group (Students whose overall screen time is more than 4 hour every day) of 175 students. Conclusion: As the use of computer had become universal in higher education institutions, the subject of the prevention of CVS and associated discomfort should be made part of the curriculum in higher institutions. The application of lubricant eye drops constitutes basic therapeutic approach in combating most of the symptoms of CVS. Hence, it can be implemented in all the areas of computer utility as it is economical and easily accessible.

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