The effects of ingested alcohol on accommodation

摘要: To determine the effects of ingested alcohol on accommodation, seven males, aged 21–22 years, had their accommodation assessed under three dosage conditions (placebo, 0.8 ml/kg, and 1.3 ml/kg 95% ethanol). For each these conditions, following drinking, static to near far targets (viewing distance = 30 cm 6 m) dark focus were measured every 15 min for 3 h in placebo medium-dosage high-dosage condition. Results showed that dark, near-target, far-target all increased with intoxication. Observations regarding relationship between alcohol-induced changes inconclusive, although there was some indication this at highest intoxication levels. It concluded moderate amounts produce small, but significant, increases accommodation.