ANALYSIS OF THE DYNAMICS AND STRUCTURE OF OPHTHALMOLOGICAL MORBIDITY IN THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN FOR THE PERIOD 2015–2023

Abstract

Diseases of the visual organ and its accessory structures remain one of the key public health concerns, significantly impacting quality of life, work capacity, and social activity. This study analyzes ophthalmological morbidity in the Republic of Uzbekistan, focusing on the dynamics and structure of disease distribution. Official statistics from the Ministry of Health were used, covering age, territorial, and temporal aspects. The findings indicate a moderate increase in the total number of registered cases, with notable regional and age-related variations. Wave-like fluctuations in morbidity levels were observed, along with a rise in cases among children and adolescents in certain years. Special attention is given to glaucoma as a socially significant disease with a high risk of disability. The data form a basis for further pharmacoeconomic analysis and can support the development of targeted programs for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as the justification of strategies for optimizing healthcare resource allocation.