Objective:

To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and self-care practices related to glaucoma among healthcare professionals at a tertiary hospital in South-South Nigeria, highlighting the importance of these factors in improving patient care.

Key Findings:

• A significant proportion of healthcare workers (X%) lacked adequate knowledge about glaucoma.
• Many healthcare workers demonstrated poor self-care practices regarding their own eye health, with only Y% adhering to recommended practices.
• Attitudes towards glaucoma management varied, with Z% showing reluctance towards surgical interventions.

Interpretation:

The findings indicate a critical need for educational initiatives targeting healthcare professionals to improve their knowledge and attitudes towards glaucoma, which may enhance patient care and reduce the prevalence of preventable blindness.

Limitations:

• The study excluded personnel from the ophthalmology unit, potentially biasing the results and limiting the applicability of findings to the broader healthcare workforce.
• Self-reported data may be subject to response bias, affecting the reliability of the findings.

Conclusion:

Improving knowledge and self-care practices among healthcare professionals is essential for effective glaucoma management and patient education, necessitating targeted training programs.