Computer Vision Syndrome Among Medical And Engineering Professionals Of India

Introduction: Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a condition resulting from long hours of computer use, in which a person experiences one or more eye and/or musculoskeletal symptoms. A high prevalence of CVS has been seen worldwide including India. The present study was conducted to assess the prevalence of CVS among medical and engineering professionals and find out the factors related to computer use which may be associated with it. Methods: A total of 108 medical and 100 engineering professionals were included in the study. Information regarding computer use and presence of symptoms suggestive of CS was obtained through administration of an online questionnaire. Results: The prevalence of CVS was found to be 82.68% among the study participants. It was greater in engineering (92%) as compared to medical (74.07%) professionals, the difference being statistically significant (p<0.05). Presence of symptoms was significantly higher in those who used computer for 4 hours or more per day, among those who viewed the computer at a distance less than 15 inches and those who worked in the absence of overhead light at their work station. Conclusion: CVS was found to be highly prevalent among both medical and engineering professionals in India.