Dr. PIYUSH KOHLI

Dr. K. NARESH BABU, Dr. CHITARANJAN MISHRA, Dr.DR SOURAV DAMODARAN

Abstract

This retrospective study analysed records of drivers (3042; mean age 47.0 ± 5.7 years) who presented for annual ocular check‑up.

Visual function‑threatening systemic diseases were present in 25%, out of which DM (18.7%) was most common. Most common ocular problem was refractive error (45%). Visual function‑threatening ocular diseases were present in 9.5% . DR, visually‑significant cataract, glaucoma and CSCR were noted in

4%, 1.9%, 1.7% and 0.8%. Surgical intervention was required in 2.2%. 13 drivers were temporarily deemed unfit for driving heavy‑weight vehicles.

Several bus drivers suffer from vision‑threatening systemic and ocular diseases. Some require surgical intervention to retain fitness. A complete ocular & systemic evaluation of diseases with vision‑threatening potential should be performed at time of renewal of driving license. They should be educated about systemic

diseases which can affect driving skills & must be encouraged to seek medical help at early stage

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