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An Insight into Knowledge, Perspective, and Practices of Indian Optometrists towards Childhood Myopia
Archana Naik1,2, Siddharth K Karthikeyan1,3, Jivitha Jyothi Ramesh3
1Department of Optometry, Netra Jyothi Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Udupi 576101, Karnataka, India.
Vision (Basel, Switzerland)
|April 23, 2024
Summary
Indian optometrists show limited knowledge and poor uptake of childhood myopia management strategies. Evidence-based guidelines and continuing education are crucial for improving clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Public Health
Background:
- Childhood myopia is a growing global health concern.
- Understanding current clinical practices and barriers in managing childhood myopia among Indian optometrists is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of Indian optometrists regarding childhood myopia management.
- To identify barriers hindering the adoption of evidence-based myopia control strategies.
- To assess the role of adult caregiver engagement in childhood myopia management.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional online survey was administered to 393 practicing optometrists in India.
- The survey assessed demographics, myopia knowledge, clinical practices, barriers, information sources, and caregiver involvement.
- Statistical analysis was performed on the collected data.
Main Results:
- A significant proportion of optometrists lacked awareness of high myopia complications (32.6-92.4%) and rarely performed ocular biometry (46.5%).
- Uptake of emerging myopia management options was poor; single-vision spectacles remain common.
- Key barriers included medicolegal concerns, lack of guidelines, and insufficient consultation time.
Conclusions:
- Optometrists' awareness and adoption of advanced myopia management strategies require enhancement.
- Implementing evidence-based practice guidelines and continuous education is vital for improving clinical decision-making and childhood myopia care.
- Engaging adult caregivers is generally supported by practitioners.
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