Prevalence and pattern of ocular disorders due to chronic exposure to arc welding among occupational welders in Western Rajasthan.

Background: Arc welders have a higher prevalence of ocular disorders than the general population. The study aimed to determine the prevalence and pattern of ocular disorders due to chronic exposure to arc welding in occupational welders.

Methods: Ninety welders and ninety nonwelders took part in this cross-sectional study.