Knowledge and practice towards glaucoma among glaucoma patients at University of Gondar Tertiary Eye Care and Training Center

Anbesse, Dereje Hayilu; Gessesse, Girum W

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“…This was consistent with studies done in Ethiopia [13,14]. This might be because urban residents had good knowledge about glaucoma and the importance of adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications [22]. Urban residents also have better access to eye care centers and pharmacies for replenishment when they run out of medications before their next visit.…”

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Adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications in Sidama regional state, Southern Ethiopia

2023

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Purpose To assess the proportion of adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications and associated factors among glaucoma patients in Sidama regional state, Ethiopia. Methods An institution based cross-sectional study was conducted from May 30 to July 15, 2022 at Hawassa University comprehensive specialized and Yirgalem General Hospitals in Sidama regional state, Ethiopia. A systematic random sampling method was used to select 410 study participants. An adapted eight-item self-reported questionnaire was used to assess adherence. Binary logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications. Variables with a p-value of <0.05 under multivariable analysis were taken as statistically significant factors for adherence. The strength of the association was measured by using an adjusted odds ratio with 95% confidence interval. Results A total of 410 participants were included giving a response rate of 98.3%. Those who were adherent to their medications were 221(53.9%) (95% CI: 48.8–58.5). Urban residence (AOR = 2.81: 95% CI = 1.34–5.87), higher educational level (AOR = 3.17: 95% CI = 1.24–8.09), monthly follow-up frequency (AOR = 3.30: 95% CI = 1.79–6.11) and normal vision (AOR = 6.58: 95% CI = 3.03–10.84) were significantly associated with adherence. Conclusion More than half of glaucoma patients attending at Hawassa University comprehensive specialized and Yirgalem general hospitals were adherent to their topical anti-glaucoma medications. Urban residence, educational level, follow-up frequency, and normal vision were associated with adherence.

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“…This result is supported by the study done in Ethiopia [15]. The reason for this may be because patients with higher educational level might easily understand the prescribed regimen [23] might have good knowledge about the importance of medication adherence [17,22,24] and may take reminder notes.…”

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Adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications in Sidama regional state, Southern Ethiopia

2023

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“… 31 The association could be explained in a way that, participants with lower educational status might not have adequate information on the nature of the disease. 32–34 Thus, they could not adopt a good practice pattern 35 (better coping mechanism) and this ultimately compromises their vision-related quality of life.…”

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Vision-Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors Among an Adult Population with Glaucoma Attending a Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

Guchi¹,

Mersha²,

Alimaw³

et al. 2023

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Background Glaucoma is a group of ocular conditions that leads to irreversible blindness. It can affect the vision-related quality of life in many ways. In Ethiopia, limited information is available on how and to what extent the vision-related quality of life of the glaucoma population has been affected. Objective This study attempted to assess the vision-related quality of life and associated factors among an adult population with glaucoma attending Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods The cross-sectional study was conducted on the adult population with glaucoma attending Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Systematic random sampling was employed to select 319 study participants. Descriptive and summary statistics were calculated. Simple and multiple linear regressions were performed to determine factors associated with vision-related quality of life. A p-value of <0.05 in multivariable regression was considered statistically significant at a 95% confidence level. Results The mean glaucoma quality of life-15 score in this study was 47.85 ± 15.41. Below primary education, primary education, visual acuity of the better eye, visual acuity of the worse eye, and severe glaucoma were significantly associated with the glaucoma quality of life-15 score. Conclusion and Recommendation The study observed poorer vision-related quality of life in the glaucoma population than previously reported in Ethiopia and around the globe. The vision-related quality of life was significantly associated with educational status, visual acuity of the better and worse eye, and stage of glaucoma in the better eye. Educating the glaucoma population on the nature of the disease, advice on early presentation, and better-coping strategies for the condition are warranted.

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“…They found that 86% of the participants from south India had undergone screening for glaucoma, while only 5% of the participants from Nigeria had done so (12,14). According to previous studies, some of the factors that contributed to low level of knowledge to glaucoma were living in rural areas, being single, having lower level of education, and having early stages of glaucoma (10,11). The proportion of knowledge for glaucoma varies throughout African nations, even though the World Health Organization recommends glaucoma screening examinations every 2-4 years for people under the age of 40, every 2-3 years for those between the ages of 40 and 60, and every 1-2 years for people over the age of 60 (2).…”

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Knowledge about Glaucoma among Adults in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Yimam,

Anbesaw,

Seid

et al. 2023

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Background Africa is one of the continents with a substantial burden of glaucoma, where it is approximately twice as common as it is worldwide. If left untreated, glaucoma can cause blindness and permanent vision loss if it is not addressed promptly. Good knowledge is essential for preventing glaucoma's irreversible blindness and ocular damage. However, no systematic review and meta-analysis has been done to report the pooled percentage of adults in Africa who have good knowledge about glaucoma. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to estimate the pooled percentage of adults in Africa with a good level of knowledge about glaucoma and the determinant factors influencing it. Methods Following the PRISMA guidelines, authors systematically reviewed and meta-analyzed studies that investigated the pooled percentage of good knowledge about glaucoma in Africa from PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, PROQEST (PQDT), CINAHL (EBSCO), Google Scholar, African Journal Online, and WHO HINARI databases. Heterogeneity across studies was evaluated using the I² test statistic and P values. Potential publication bias was assessed using Egger’s test and the funnel plots. Subgroup analysis was performed based on publication year, study location, age of participants, and sample size. Results In the present meta-analysis, 2781 articles were initially identified and evaluated. Of these, 8 studies that met the inclusion criteria were included in the final analysis. The pooled percentage of good knowledge about glaucoma among adults in Africa was 25% (95% CI: 16.0%, 35.0%). The pooled estimate of good knowledge among adults in Africa was higher in Ethiopia (39.0%) than Nigeria (15.0%) and good knowledge among adults in Africa was higher among participants 35 years of age or more (50.0%) than 18 years of age or more (17.0%). Being literate and having a history of an eye examination were the main determinants of good knowledge about glaucoma among adults in Africa. Conclusion This systematic review and meta-analysis found low good knowledge about glaucoma among adults in Africa, with being literate and having history of eye examination were key main determinant factors. Education campaigns and promotion of eye exams are recommended to improve good knowledge about glaucoma. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO CRD42023430723

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Knowledge and practice towards glaucoma among glaucoma patients at University of Gondar Tertiary Eye Care and Training Center

Cited by 4 publications

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Adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications in Sidama regional state, Southern Ethiopia

Adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications in Sidama regional state, Southern Ethiopia

Vision-Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors Among an Adult Population with Glaucoma Attending a Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

Knowledge about Glaucoma among Adults in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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