Research Article

Visual Sequelae of Computer Vision Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Case-Control Study

Table 4

Final multivariate logistic regression analysis model of factors affecting the occurrence of computer vision syndrome.

VariableOdds ratio (95% confidence interval) value

Total daily screen-hours2.0 (1.7 : 2.5)<0.0001
Commonest used screen
 Desktop computer screen1
 Apple smartphone1.5 (0.6 : 3.9)0.43
 Android smartphone4.6 (2.24 : 9.6)<0.0001
 Laptop1.8 (0.8 : 4.2)0.17
 iPad/tablet/other screens4.3 (0.6 : 31.0)0.15
Previous DED diagnosis5.2 (1.4 : 19.0)0.01
Refractive errors/wearing spectacles2.3 (1.4 : 4.0)0.002
Contact lenses wearer0.03 (0.01 : 0.1)<0.0001
Upper screen edge at/above horizontal eye level44.3 (10.0 : 196.5)<0.0001
Close eye-screen distance10.8 (5.2 : 22.5)<0.0001
Uncomfortable seating postures19.1 (3.7 : 98.5)<0.0001
Texting with both thumbs6.1 (2.7 : 14.2)<0.0001
Poor screen-resolution or design48.2 (6.6 : 354.9)<0.0001