Myths in Myopia Epidemiology and Treatment

JAMA Ophthalmol. 2024 May 1;142(5):403-404. doi: 10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2024.0575.
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Plain language summary

This Viewpoint discusses common myths about myopia and educational strategies for bringing clinical practice better in line with evidence.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Myopia* / epidemiology
  • Myopia* / physiopathology
  • Myopia* / therapy
  • Prevalence
  • Refraction, Ocular / physiology