Browsing by Subject "Visual impairment"
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Corneal morbidity and associated factors among adults with reduced vision presenting to the eye clinic at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2019)Introduction. Corneal morbidity is an important cause of visual loss and contributes to about 5.1% of the global blindness burden. Population surveys done in sub-Saharan Africa and among developing countries have shown ... -
Enhancing learning outcomes for learners with visual impairment through Makerere University E-learning environment.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-23)The study sought to examine the experiences of learners with visual impairment in using the Makerere University E-learning Environment in their learning process. Due to the challenges occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic, ... -
Ocular findings, prevalence of visual impairment and associated factors in chronic kidney disease patients at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a growing public health problem worldwide with a higher prevalence documented in developing countries. CKD results in multiple body organ dysfunction thus contributing significantly ... -
Prevalence and associated factors of amblyopia among children seeking eye services at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Amblyopia is the leading cause of visual impairment in children, with a worldwide prevalence ranging between 0.13% and 12.9%. The burden of amblyopia among children in Uganda is not well documented, and the ... -
Prevalence, pattern and associated factors of retinopathy of prematurity in the neonatal units at Kawempe National Referral Hospital and Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Introduction: Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is one of the leading causes of visual impairment and blindness among preterm babies. With approximately 226,000 preterm babies born annually and an increase in their survival ... -
Use of individualized education plans by biology teachers for learners with visual impairment in inclusive secondary schools classrooms in Lira District
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study investigated biology teachers’ use of individualized education plans in teaching and learning of biology in an inclusive classroom in secondary schools in Lira District. Semi-structured interviews with the biology ...