Publications by authors named "Derrick N O Mensah"
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- The study aimed to estimate the prevalence and risk factors of symptomatic dry eye in the non-clinical population of Ghana through a cross-sectional approach from November 2019 to February 2020.
- A total of 1316 participants aged 18 and older were surveyed, revealing a prevalence rate of 69.3% for symptomatic dry eye, with sensitivity to light being the most common symptom.
- Significant associations were found between symptomatic dry eye and factors such as age, female sex, arthritis, ocular allergies, and specific geographic regions in Ghana.
Background: Corneal transplantations are surgeries performed for irreparable corneal diseases and damage. However, there is a gap between the number of potential recipients and the number of donor corneas available. The main aim of the study was to determine the awareness and attitudes toward corneal donation among applicants and staff of DVLA, Kumasi-Ghana.
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