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Myopia: gene-environment interaction.

S M Saw1, W H Chua, H M Wu

  • 1Department of Community, Occupational and Family Medicine National University of Singapore, Singapore. cofsawsm@nus.edu.sg

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|September 8, 2000
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Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to myopia, a condition reaching epidemic levels. Further research is needed to fully understand the complex gene-environment interactions influencing myopia development.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Genetics
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Myopia is a global health concern, with epidemic rates in East Asian countries.
  • Evidence suggests both genetic predisposition and environmental influences contribute to myopia.
  • Understanding gene-environment interactions is crucial for myopia research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing evidence on genetic and environmental factors in myopia.
  • To explore gene-environment interactions in myopia development.
  • To summarize findings from both epidemiological and animal model studies.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was performed using Medline.
  • Included peer-reviewed articles on the etiology of myopia in humans and animals.

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  • Reviewed studies on genetic factors, environmental factors, and gene-environment interactions.

    • Main Results:

    • Epidemiological studies link myopia to increased near work (e.g., reading, writing).
    • Animal models demonstrate myopia development due to environmental factors like visual deprivation.
    • Candidate genes are being identified through animal models, while human genome linkage studies are ongoing.

    Conclusions:

    • Both genetic and environmental factors are implicated in myopia.
    • Current research lacks conclusive evidence on the precise nature and extent of gene-environment interaction.
    • Further genetic studies (linkage analysis, association studies) are recommended to elucidate gene-environment interactions.