| Title: | Laser refractive surgery in the UK Biobank study Frequency, distribution by sociodemographic factors, and general health, happiness, and social participation outcomes |
| Journal: | Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery |
| Published: | 1 Nov 2015 |
| Pubmed: | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26703498/ |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcrs.2015.05.040 |
| Citations: | 13 (1 in last 2 years) as of 8 Aug 2024 |
Publication 2683
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Abstract
PURPOSE: To evaluate the frequency and distribution of laser refractive surgery in the United Kingdom by sociodemographic factors and outcomes of social participation and well-being.</p>
SETTING: Six regional recruitment centers in England and Wales.</p>
DESIGN: Cross-sectional epidemiological study.</p>
METHODS: Data were collected on sociodemographic factors and medical history; self-report on eyes/vision included reason for wearing optical correction, eye diseases, and treatment received (including refractive laser surgery). Mean spherical equivalent was used to categorize individuals as myopic (<-1.0 diopter) or hypertrophic (>+1.0 diopter).</p>
RESULTS: Between 2009 and 2010, 117 281 subjects recruited by UK Biobank undertook an ophthalmic assessment, including autorefraction. Of those with refractive error within a range eligible for laser refractive surgery (n = 60 352), 1892 (3.1%) reported having bilateral refractive surgery and 549 (0.9%) unilateral surgery. Frequency of bilateral surgery decreased with increasing age and was higher in women. Frequency did not vary with educational attainment or accommodation status but increased with income among working age adults. Social participation, for example, regular visits to a pub or social club, was more common among those who underwent surgery. Other eye conditions were reported by 28% of those reporting refractive surgery compared with 11% of those eligible for treatment but not reporting surgery.</p>
CONCLUSION: This study provides information not available routinely on the frequency and distribution of laser refractive surgery in an adult UK population. A high frequency of ocular conditions conventionally considered contraindications to laser refractive surgery raises the possibility that extant guidance on patient selection may not be followed.</p>
4 Authors
- Phillippa M. Cumberland
- Antonietta Chianca
- Jugnoo S. Rahi
- Biobank Eyes & Vision Consortium
1 Application
| Application ID | Title |
|---|---|
| 669 | Distribution and biological, environmental and lifestyle determinants of visual function and of refractive error in adults (aged 40 to 69 years) in the UK. |
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