A new study found that approximately 50% of surveyed radiologists indicated they don't recall ever having their vision tested, or that it had been 24 months or longer since their last vision exam, according to research published in the June issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.
Researchers from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore surveyed 48 radiologists before they underwent visual acuity testing. Of the 48, eight could not recall ever having their vision tested, according to lead author Dr. Nabile Safdar.
In addition, 14 participants said their last eye exam was more than 24 months ago. One radiologist indicated it had been 15 years since his last eye examination, Safdar said.
The visual acuity of the participants at any given measurement ranged from 20/30 to 20/10. Although the variation in visual acuity among the surveyed radiologists was unlikely to influence clinical diagnostic performance, radiologists have a responsibility to make sure their vision is as good as possible, Safdar said.
Professional guidelines should also be considered in the future to ensure optimal visual accuracy, he said.
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