Global prevalence of dry Eye: A systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed
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- Global prevalence of dry eye is 34.6% (95% CI: 30.2%-39.4%).
- Regional disparities exist, with Africa having the highest prevalence (43.9%) and North America the lowest (20.9%).
- Higher prevalence observed in females (39.1%) vs. males (30.8%), individuals aged >40 years (37.0%), institutional settings (45.2%), and during COVID-19 (44.5%).
- Diagnostic criteria significantly influence prevalence estimates, ranging from 6.9% (ICD-9-based) to 53.8% (OSDI ≥ 13).
- Dry eye is a major global public health challenge, exacerbated by the pandemic, necessitating standardized diagnostic protocols and targeted interventions.