Life Quality in Patients with Impaired Visual Acuity Undergoing Intravitreal Medication Applications.

ABSTRACT: This cross-sectional study aims to examine the quality of life and difficulties in the daily functioning of patients with impaired visual acuity treated with intravitreal drugs. The survey included 180 adult respondents (78 male and 102 female). The standardized, validated questionnaire VFQ 25 version 2000 was used to measure the quality of life. Results show that, in general, regarding visual functioning, men are significantly more satisfied than women, they rate less intensity of pain, and their distance vision is better. Men report fewer restrictions than women, better color, peripheral vision, and overall visual functioning. The best vision results are in individuals under the age of 60 who also report significantly better social functioning, mental health, fewer restrictions, and less

SUBMITTER: Kolacko S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9956309 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature