Vision-related quality of life impact of refractive correction among myopes in Kelantan

Muzir, Nur Solehah and Ab Halim, Noorhazayti and Mohamad Zailani, Imtiyaz Syaddad and Ghosh, Somnath and Md Mustafa, Md Muziman Syah (2026) Vision-related quality of life impact of refractive correction among myopes in Kelantan. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 57 (5). pp. 15-22. ISSN 2462-1943

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Abstract

Uncorrected refractive errors, particularly myopia, can significantly affect an individual's vision-related quality of life (VRQoL). While refractive correction with spectacles or contact lenses is common, its actual impact on patients’ functional and emotional well-being remains underexplored. This study aimed to evaluate the VRQoL of myopic individuals using their current refractive correction. A cross-sectional study was conducted at four optometry practices in urban and suburban areas of Kelantan, Malaysia. A totalof 54 myopic participants aged 18 to 39 years were recruited through convenience sampling. Participants completed the validated Malay version of the Qualityof Life Impact of Refractive Correction questionnaire. Overall and emotional VRQoL scores were derived and analysed. Results showed that the magnitude of refractive correction significantly influenced overall VRQoL, with participants wearing correction of spherical equivalent refraction (SER) ≥ 3.00 D reporting lower overall VRQoL scores than those with SER < 3.00 D. Age and gender significantly influenced emotional VRQoL, with males and the middle-aged adult group of 30 to 39 years reporting better emotional well-being. In conclusion, specific demographic and refractive correction characteristics impact overall and emotional aspects of VRQoL. These findings underscore the need for personalised optometric care and support systems that address not only refractive correction but also psychological well-being in myopic patients.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Myopia; quality of life; refractive correction; spectacles; contact lenses; patient-reported outcome
Subjects:	R Medicine > RE Ophthalmology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences > Department of Optometry and Visual Science Kulliyyah of Dentistry Kulliyyah of Dentistry > Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health
Depositing User:	AP Dr Md Muziman Syah Md Mustafa
Date Deposited:	22 Apr 2026 16:19
Last Modified:	22 Apr 2026 16:20
Queue Number:	2026-04-Q2964
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/128503

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