Publications by authors named "Gholam Reza Khataminia"
The PERSIAN eye cohort study is a population-based study that evaluates the overall prevalence of cataracts and their subtypes (nuclear sclerosis, cortical, and PSC) in Iran. In this study, from January 2015 to September 2021, 16,016 participants over 35 years of age from four provinces who were selected by random cluster sampling were examined. Demographic information, education, socioeconomic status, and place of residence were collected through interviews.
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- The PERSIAN Eye Cohort Study (PECS) aims to explore the prevalence of eye disorders across various regions and ethnic groups in Iran, as part of a larger PERSIAN Cohort initiative.
- The study has enrolled over 48,000 participants aged 35-70 since its launch in 2014, achieving a response rate of 74.13%, with extensive eye examinations conducted.
- By understanding the distribution and potential causes of these ophthalmic conditions, the findings will aid future public health interventions both nationally and globally.