Eye care utilization pattern in South Africa: results from SANHANES-1.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Eye examinations are recommended for all persons throughout life. However, there is disparity in the uptake of eye care services in different populations. Using data from a nationally representative population-based cross-sectional study (the South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, [SANHANES-1]), this paper investigates the utilization of eye care services and its associated factors in South Africa.

Methods

Participants aged 15 years and older who participated in interviews and clinical examination were enrolled in the SANHANES from 2011 to 2012. Eye care utilization was assessed from participants' responses to whether they had their eyes examined by a medical professional and when they were last examined. Data were analysed using multiple

SUBMITTER: Akuffo KO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7430111 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature