U.S., Jan. 14 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07335146) titled 'Eye Imaging for the Study of Childhood Myopia' on Jan. 05.
Brief Summary: Myopia (short-sightedness) is increasing around the world and is becoming a serious public health problem. Studies estimate that by 2050, if no action is taken, almost half of the world's population will be myopic. About 10% of people could develop severe myopia, which increases the risk of serious eye problems such as retinal detachment, damage to the macula, or glaucoma.
Children are especially affected because myopia often gets worse as they grow. Several treatments are available today to slow down myopia in children, but these treatments do not work equal...