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A meta-analysis investigating the impact of ABCA4 polymorphisms on the STGD1 phenotype.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Babwah, Bevon; Ramnath, Karishma
A questionnaire-based survey of dry eye disease among Undergraduate students of the University of the West Indies Saint Augustine campus, Trinidad and Tobago.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Mohammed, Ryan; James, Sakeem
A systematic review to analyse the vision specific and psychosocial impacts of low vision intervention on low vision patients with diabetic retinopathy.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Harripersad, Adrian; James, Job
Asthenopia among undergraduate students of the University of the West Indies, St Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Surujmal,Aaron; Boodoo, Alicia
Attitude and perception of spectacle wearers towards contact lens wear.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Singh, Talisha; Allert, Destiny
Awareness and knowledge of the use of low vision aids among Trinidad and Tobago population.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Gookool, Ambika; Meighoo, Daniella
Awareness and use of contact lenses in Sports in Trinidad and Tobago.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Isaac, Rickila; Bruce, Tamara
Comparison of corneal morphological characteristics between diabetic and non-diabetic population.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Ambris, Josiah; Farmer,Khachielle
Contact Lens Complications of Patients Visiting a University Eye Clinic.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The UWI, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago, 2023) Farnon, Dr Niall; Boodram, Cassandra; Hilaire, Shanik
Objective: To determine the percentage of patients that experience contact lens complications at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Optometry Clinic as well as to establish and assess common physiological complications of the cornea and conjunctiva that occur in those that wear either soft, rigid and scleral contact lenses, of that percentage. Methods: Contact lens wearers of the clinic were identified, contacted via telephone and asked if they would be interested in participating in the study. Once they agreed, participants visited the clinic wearing their contact lenses two hours prior as instructed. Participants were required to give verbal and written consent before completing a questionnaire. The anterior part of the eye was observed using a slit lamp and times 10, 16 and 25 magnifications were used to view the conjunctiva and cornea appropriately. The data collected was analysed using SPSS. Results: The study included 19 participants, mainly females aged 18-25 who were mostly wearing soft, daily disposable contact lenses. There were three scleral patients and no RGP patients participating in the research. The most common symptom reported was dry eyes, and the most common complication was hyperaemia. All participants reported washing their hands before inserting lenses but a few participants were still sleeping and showering in their lenses, overwearing them, and not cleaning or disposing of their lens cases within the recommended time. Conclusion: Patients' age and compliance were two major factors that contributed to patients having or not having complications. Patient knowledge of contact lens complications and proper care practices did not influence how patients cared for their contact lenses.
Current practice patterns and attitudes to enhanced glaucoma services in Trinidad and Tobago.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Lara, Vanessa; Nanansingh, Amelia
Epidemiology of Keratoconus and Associated Risk Factors in High School Students in Couva, Trinidad.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The UWI, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago., 2023) Dr. Ngozika Ezinne; Phagoo, Shinead; Roopnareinsingh, Ameera
Aim: To determine the prevalence of keratoconus and associated risk factors of keratoconus among high school students in Couva. Method: This study was a descriptive, cross-sectional study on the prevalence of keratoconus among high school students in Couva. Schools were selected based on their proximity to the University of the West Indies Optometry Clinic in Cova. Systematic random sampling technique was used to select students to participate in the study. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data and assess risk factors of keratoconus. Clinical assessment including visual acuity, scissors reflex, and topography was performed for those at risk of keratoconus. The data was exported to Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) where descriptive analysis tests were done, and logistic regression analysis was used to determine associated risk factors. p<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The prevalence of keratoconus was 0.46% (2/432) and 47.7% of the participants were at risk of having keratoconus. Family history was found to be significantly associated with keratoconus (OR = 142.333, 95% CI: 7.119–2845.711; p=0.00). The awareness of keratoconus was low among the study population (9.0%). Conclusion: This prevalence of keratoconus and those at risk of having keratoconus among high school students in Couva was significantly high when compared with global findings. Family history was the most significant factor of keratoconus and there was a poor awareness of 2 keratoconus. Awareness about keratoconus among high school children in Trinidad is highly advised for early detection of keratoconus and those at risk.
Epidemiology of Ocular Allergy Among School Children in Trinidad and Tobago.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The UWI, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago., 2023) Dr Ngozika Ezinne; Gertiesingh, Narissa; Poonan, Ryan
Aim: To determine the epidemiology of ocular allergy(OA) in secondary school children in Trinidad and Tobago Method: A descriptive cross-sectional school-based study was done using the ISAAC questionnaire to assess the epidemiology of OA. A spinner wheel website was used to select schools to be included. Information on demography, presence of ocular allergy symptoms, associated risk factors, and impact of ocular allergy were obtained. The data collected was exported to Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and the correlation between variables was examined with the use of Pearson Chi-square test using a p-value of <0.05 as the threshold for statistical significance. Results- A total of 420 students comprising of 198 males (47.1%) and 222 females (52.9%) aged 11–18 years participate in the study. The prevalence of OA was 49.3% (207 children) and SAC was the most prevalent (90.3%) type of OA found. The prevalence of OA was higher among 14 years age group (23.4%) and females (58.8%). Difficulty breathing, wheezing, asthma, food, rhinitis, atopic eczema, and mites were associated with OA. Conclusion- The prevalence of OA among secondary school students in Trinidad was relatively high (49.3%) as compared to various studies conducted across the globe.
Evaluating Health-related Quality of Life (HRQoL) and Vision-Related Quality of Life (VRQoL) among adult populations with low vision in Trinidad.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Sirju, Nikolai; Persad, Tea
Investigating Visual Perception Problems and Visual Motor Skills Challenges in Adults with Low Vision and Healthy Controls Using TVMS-3.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The UWI, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago, 2023) Ekemiri, Dr.Kingsley; Deonath, Aniela; Chiemeke, Uche
Aim: To investigate visual perception problems and visual motor skills challenges in adults with Low Vision and healthy control using Test for Motor Visual Skills 3 (TVMS-3) Method: Data was obtained from both LV and non-LV patients through the administration of the Test for Visual Motor Skills (TVMS) at the UWI Clinic in the Couva Multi training facility. Prospective participants were identified through the Clinic's database, diabetes association vision screenings, and individuals meeting the inclusion criteria. LV patients were selected using the LV Clinic records and contacted via telephone. A questionnaire assessed demographic data and ocular health. 29 LV and 30 non-LV participants took part in the study. Result: The study analyzed responses from a total of 59 participants, including 29 LV individuals and 30 healthy controls. The LV group reported a higher likelihood of visual perception problems and ranked lower in percentiles on the TVMS-3 test. In terms of accuracy and error analysis, the control group performed better on the TVMS-3, with a higher mean score (X̄ = 35.48 ± 7.36) compared to the LV group (X̄ = 67.47 ± 8.21). Conversely, the LV group reported having more visual perception problems than the healthy control group. Conclusion: this research study revealed that adults with LV exhibited significantly poorer scores on the Test for Motor Visual Skills 3 (TVMS-3), indicating notable challenges in visual motor skills. Additionally, the LV group demonstrated a higher prevalence of visual perception problems compared to the healthy control group. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions and support to address visual motor skills and visual perception issues in individuals with LV. Further research is needed to develop effective strategies for intervention and rehabilitation in this population.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Preference Towards the Management of Myopia Among Patients in Trinidad with UWI Students.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The UWI, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago, 2023) Dr. Kingsley Ekemiri; Lawrence, Destiny; Oudit, Shania
OBJECTIVE: To investigate knowledge, attitudes, and preferences of patients in Trinidad towards myopia management with those of UWI students. METHOD: This study was a Cross-Sectional Observational Study which tested the knowledge, attitudes and preferences towards myopia management through an online questionnaire. This study targeted patients who were myopes. University students (UWI). RESULTS: A total of 317 patients and students were enrolled in this study with 114 being males (36.0%) and 203 being females (64.0%). Their ages ranged from 18-35 years with 40.4% of participants being between ages 18-21, 21.8% between 22-25, 16.1% between ages 26-30 and 21.8% between ages 30-35. In the assessment of knowledge there was a mean score of 12.31 ± 4.20 which indicated there was a poor total knowledge score amongst participants regarding myopia management. For the assessment of attitudes there was a total mean score of 21.64 ± 3.30 indicating that patients had a good attitude towards myopia management as well as spectacles (45.4%) and soft contact lenses (41.4%) were the most preferred treatment for myopia management. CONCLUSION: To conclude, from conducting this study, there is a lack of awareness of myopia management in Trinidad and hence, measures need to be taken in order spread knowledge on myopia.
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of Trinidad and Tobago’s population towards ultraviolet eye protection.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Niles, Ariel; Rambachan,Keeshev; Rambadan, Dana
Knowledge, awareness and attitudes of optometrists in Trinidad towards tele-optometry
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Pope, Akera; Tyson, Moesha
Knowledge, Awareness and attitudes of optometrists in Trinidad towards tele-optometry.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) James, Aliah; Phillip, Kureem
Ocular parameters and its association with anthropometry measurements (BMI, weight, and height) in Trinidad and Tobago adults.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Roodal, Denielle; Persad, Tamara
Optometrists knowledge and attitude towards prescribing blue-light blocking lenses.
(Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus) Joseph, LaShaunda; Rampersad,Ariel

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