Abstract
Objective: 1) Use specific indicators to assess the quality of life for those with low vision.
2) Use the same metrics to compare people's quality of life before and after utilising LVA (Low vision aids)
3) Assess the availability of low vision sevices in hospitals.
Study design: It was a Cross sectional study design.
Place and duration of study: The study was conducted in November & December 2017 at The low vision clinic of the eye department of Mayo Hospital, Lahore.
Material and Methods: A pre-research planning phase was conducted in which every aspect was examined prior to the commencement of the study. The research site, target audience, sample size, work plan, organisational concerns, survey proforma designs, dummy tables, sampling technique, research methodology, and pilot study were all included.
Results: 26% of patients report no issues without LVDS, while 74% of patients have difficulty crossing roads.Patients with LVDS report a 100% improvement in their ability to watch television those who had residual vision.
Conclusion: Low vision gadgets can assist the great majority of patients with low vision function at a higher level. Low vision specialists advise patients on how to manage their impaired eyesight generally and suggest suitable low vision solutions.
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