Prevalence of Myopia and Its Associated Risk Factors Among Male Medical Students at University of Science and Technology, Sana'a, Yemen, 2025-2026

Abstract

Background: Myopia is a common refractive error and an important visual problem among students, especially those exposed to prolonged near work, intensive academic demands, and frequent digital-device use. Medical students may be particularly vulnerable because of long study hours and sustained visual concentration. In Yemen, data on myopia among medical students remain limited. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of myopia and its associated risk factors among male medical students at the University of Science and Technology, Sana'a, Yemen, during the academic year 2025�2026.