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  • Presbyopia is a common age-related condition causing reduced near visual acuity.
  • Its prevalence and societal impact make presbyopia correction a major ophthalmological challenge.
  • Existing correction methods often lack long-term efficacy or cause adverse effects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of presbyopia.
  • To review current knowledge on the etiology of presbyopia.
  • To discuss available correction methods, focusing on refractive surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing research on presbyopia.
  • Analysis of etiological factors contributing to presbyopia.
  • Evaluation of current and emerging presbyopia correction techniques, including refractive surgery.

Main Results:

  • Presbyopia is a physiological change affecting near vision.
  • No single ideal method currently exists for correcting presbyopia.
  • Refractive surgery techniques are a key area of focus for presbyopia correction.

Conclusions:

  • Effective and safe long-term correction of presbyopia remains an unmet need.
  • Further research into refractive surgery is crucial for advancing presbyopia treatment.
  • Addressing presbyopia is vital for maintaining quality of life in aging populations.