Prevalence and Associated Factors of Computer Vision Syndrome among Radiologists, Thailand
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A cross-sectional study conducted among Thai radiologists aimed to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). The prevalence of CVS was assessed using an online CVS-Questionnaire in Thai version, showing an Index of Item Objective Congruence (IOC) ranging from 0.67 to 1. The Chronbach's alpha coefficient was 0.88. A total of 285 individuals, including radiologists and radiology residents, actively participated in the study. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis, and logistic regression analysis. The results showed a high prevalence of CVS at 82.81%. Factors associated with CVS included subspecialties (aOR = 0.19, 95% Cl: 0.06 - 0.60) pre-existing eyeconditions (aOR = 4.97, 95% Cl: 1.74 - 14.14), taking eye breaks while working (aOR = 0.20, 95% Cl: 0.08 - 0.49). In conclusion, Thai radiologists showed a high CVS prevalence. Taking regular breaks at work may help to prevent and reduce this syndrome.
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