Ultraviolet-related ocular problems in children living on the coast of Southwest Sumba, Indonesia

• Main Authors: Ratna Sitompul (Author), Rita Sitorus (Author), Julie Barliana (Author), Rossalyn Andrisa (Author), Budiman Prakoso (Author), Hisar Daniel (Author), Gladys Kusumowidagdo (Author), Saleha Sungkar (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Indonesian Pediatric Society Publishing House, 2018-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background A previous study has shown a high proportion of visual impairment and blindness in the adults of Southwest Sumba, Indonesia due to ultraviolet-radiation (UVR)- related ocular problems, such as cataract and pterygium. Currently, there is no data regarding the effect of ultraviolet (UV) exp...