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Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing health concern in East Asia, affecting up to 90% of school-leavers. High myopia can lead to serious vision loss, impacting 20% of students.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Public Health
Genetics

Background:

Myopia prevalence is alarmingly high in East Asia, reaching 80-90% in school-leavers.
High myopia affects 10-20% of secondary school graduates, leading to sight-threatening conditions.
Similar trends, though less severe, are observed globally.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the factors contributing to the rising prevalence of myopia in East Asia.
To explore the genetic and environmental influences on myopia development and progression.
To review current and potential interventions for myopia prevention and treatment.

Main Methods:

Literature review and analysis of epidemiological data on myopia prevalence.
Examination of genetic studies identifying genes associated with high myopia.
Assessment of environmental factors, including educational pressures and reduced outdoor time.
Review of clinical trials and research on optical and pharmacological interventions.

Main Results:

High myopia prevalence is linked to increased educational demands and decreased outdoor activity in East Asian urban populations.
While major genes for school myopia are not identified, several genes are associated with high myopia.
Gene-environment interactions and polygenic factors likely contribute to myopia variations.
Promising interventions for myopia prevention and treatment of pathological myopia exist but require further validation.

Conclusions:

Myopia is a significant public health issue in East Asia, driven by environmental and potentially genetic factors.
Understanding gene-environment interactions is crucial for addressing myopia.
Further research and validation of interventions are needed to combat the myopia epidemic and its consequences.