Literature Review on the Prevalence of Vision Impairment and Age-Related Eye Diseases
Raudhatuzzahra Kesuma, Andjar Prasetyo

1 Rumah Sakit Pusat Angkatan Laut dr. Ramelan Surabaya, East Java Province, Indonesia
2 Regional Development Planning Agency of Magelang City, Central Java Province, Indonesia

Abstract

This article presents a literature review addressing the prevalence of vision impairment and age-related eye diseases in Indonesia. While not specifying a particular year, the primary focus of this research is to provide a comprehen-sive understanding of ophthalmic epidemiology in Indonesia. The analysis encompasses risk factors associated with vision impairment, including age, gender, family history, lifestyle, biological factors, and environmental expo-sures within the Indonesian context. The study delves into posterior segment eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and diabetic reti-nopathy, which stand as the leading causes of irreversible vision impairment among the elderly population in Indonesia. Critical aspects highlighted in-clude challenges in public awareness and limitations in accessing age-related eye care. Various obstacles, such as the aging population and unequal access to care across different regions, are identified. While offering valuable in-sights, this article underscores the need for further research in Indonesia to aid in policymaking and more effective preventive efforts concerning vision impairment.

Keywords: Vision impairment, Age-related eye diseases, Epidemiology, Public health.

Topic: Medicine & Health Sciences