Assessment of optometrists^' knowledge, skills and practice on cataract: a cross-sectional study from Kisumu County, Western Kenya.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The quality of life can be impacted negatively by blindness arising from cataract. The total prevalence of blindness in Kenya is estimated at 0.7%, however cataract contributes almost half (43%) of the total blindness in Kenya. Optometrists are well placed to assess and refer cataract patients. However, little is known on optometrists' skills, practice and knowledge. Therefore, this study was designed to assess optometrists' knowledge, skill and practice on cataract in Kisumu, Kenya.

Methods

A cross-sectional study design was used. The study was conducted from June 2019 to August 219 using self-administered questionnaire. Basic socio-demographic characteristics were collected and participants' knowledge, skills and practice on cataract were investigated. The prima

SUBMITTER: Muma S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7542908 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature