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  • Ophthalmology
  • Genetics
  • Molecular Biology

Background:

  • Knowledge of the genetic basis of refractive error and myopia has rapidly advanced.
  • Over 200 genetic loci are now associated with refractive error and myopia.
  • Risk variants for myopia are often low-risk but highly prevalent.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current genetic findings related to refractive error and myopia.
  • To identify future research directions in the genetics of myopia.
  • To review genetic factors in common, high, and syndromic myopia.

Main Methods:

  • Extensive literature search on refractive error and myopia genetics.
  • Informal discussions with key stakeholders in the field.
  • Review of identified genetic loci, risk variants, and gene functions.

Main Results:

  • Nearly 200 genetic loci identified for refractive error and myopia.
  • Low-risk, high-prevalence variants are common; some genes overlap between common and syndromic myopia.
  • Polygenic risk scores indicate higher myopia risk in certain population deciles.
  • Genes involved in myopia have diverse functions and are expressed across retinal layers.

Conclusions:

  • Current genetic findings reveal numerous molecules involved in myopia development.
  • Significant heritability for myopia remains unexplained, necessitating further research.
  • Recommendations include large-scale genetic studies, big data analytics, and gene-environment interaction analysis.
  • Functional characterization of variants is crucial to link genetic sequences to eye growth consequences.