Publications by authors named "Adjoa Safoa Panyin Quaicoe"
BMC Ophthalmol
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Cataracts are a major cause of vision problems and blindness in older adults in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), prompting a review to understand their prevalence, factors influencing them, and treatment options.
- The review examined 383 records from four major databases, ultimately selecting seven articles that highlighted varying prevalence rates of cataracts in SSA, which range from 13.5% to 62.5%.
- Key challenges to effective cataract management include low awareness, limited healthcare access, economic issues, gender inequalities, and cultural misunderstandings, indicating a need for comprehensive strategies to enhance treatment and reduce visual impairments.
