Publications by authors named "Lei-Lei Cha"
Background: Astigmatism is closely associated with myopia progression, vision loss, eye fatigue and amblyopia, which seriously endangers children's eye health. This study aims to investigate the prevalence and characteristic distribution of astigmatism in children in Langzhong City, providing valuable insights for allocating resources and develop prevention and control strategies.
Methods: A cross-sectional study and random sampling survey were conducted.
Article Synopsis
- - This study analyzed the prevalence and factors associated with myopia (nearsightedness) among over 34,000 schoolchildren aged 5-19 in northeastern Sichuan, highlighting how high myopia rates necessitate preventative measures.
- - Results indicated a 65.61% myopia rate in students, with significant variation among different age groups and a noticeable trend of higher rates among female students, especially in secondary and high school levels.
- - Key findings suggested that academic pressure, extended screen time, and higher grades were linked to increased myopia risk, with only 24.36% of students wearing glasses despite the high prevalence of the condition.