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To Estimate the Magnitude of Blindness and Visual Impairment and Causes of Blindness in Tribal Areas of Gujarat and Maharashtra States

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The prevalence of blindness in India is 0.36% according to the NPCB & VI 2019 survey.However, there is limited data on the extent of avoidable causes of blindness among tribal populations.Conducting a situational analysis is essential for planning improved eye care services at the basehospital. Gaining insight into the prevalence of cataracts and other vision-related issues amongindividuals aged over 50 in the area will help design and implement community-based programsmore effectively and with greater focus.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14394836

Authors: VARSHNEY, ANKITKUMAR, Pavar, Parajit Sureshbhai

Institution: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University

Language: English

Topic: Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6911699341

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