The prevalence of corneal guttata and its related risk factors in a Thai population: a community-based study in central Thailand.

ABSTRACT: This is a large cross-sectional, population-based survey to investigate the prevalence of central corneal guttata in the Thai population. Two communities in the central region of Thailand are (1) Phanat Nikhom district, Chonburi, and (2) Khlong Toey district, Bangkok. All participants completed an interview and ophthalmic examination. Overall, 990 participants aged ≥ 40 years were included. The prevalence of central corneal guttata was 40.80% (399/978 participants); 328/978 participants (33.54%) exhibited modified Krachmer grade I corneal guttata. The study utilized definitive diagnosis and severity grading, using the modified Krachmer grading scale, to estimate the prevalence within the general population and to identify potential risk factors. The presence of central corneal guttata was

SUBMITTER: Puangsricharern V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12000425 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature