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Myopia Management in Daily Routine - A Survey of European Pediatric Ophthalmologists
Leila Sara Eppenberger1,2, Veit Sturm2,3
1Eye Clinic, Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland.
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|May 10, 2023
Summary
European pediatric ophthalmologists widely recommend outdoor time for myopia prevention. Atropine eye drops are the most common therapeutic strategy for slowing myopia progression in children.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Myopia Management
Background:
- Childhood myopia is a growing public health concern.
- Effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies are crucial for myopia management.
- Current practices among European pediatric ophthalmologists require assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the diagnostic and therapeutic strategies used in routine practice for myopia management in Europe.
- To understand the current approaches to myopia prevention and treatment by pediatric ophthalmologists.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was distributed to members of the European Paediatric Ophthalmology Society (EPOS).
- The survey included 11 questions covering participant demographics, preventive measures, optical tools, and atropine eye drop usage.
- Forty-eight individuals completed the survey, providing insights into current clinical practices.
Main Results:
- 88% of respondents advise on myopia prevention and management strategies.
- Outdoor time is recommended by 85% of participants as a preventive measure.
- Atropine eye drops are used by 60% of respondents to slow myopia progression, with 0.01% being the most common concentration.
Conclusions:
- Myopia prevention and management are integral to pediatric ophthalmology practice.
- There is strong consensus on the protective effect of outdoor time.
- Atropine eye drops represent the most frequently adopted therapeutic intervention for myopia control.
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