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The Clinical Management section of myopia123.com is designed to simplify myopia care for Eye Care Practitioners (ECPs), offering essential guidance and practical tools for effective clinical management.

Our goal is to make myopia management straightforward and effective, so you can enhance patient outcomes and streamline your clinical workflow.

Part 1

Comprehensive Myopia Assessment and Patient Education

Importance of an Effective Myopia Assessment

A clear and precise myopia assessment is essential for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. By following a structured workflow, practitioners can ensure they are capturing all necessary information to tailor treatment strategies effectively.

For a detailed, step-by-step guide on managing myopia, consult our Comprehensive Myopia Assessment. This resource offers clear instructions and an easy-to-follow exam template that covers essential elements, including vision and refraction testing, axial length measurement, and ocular health assessment. It’s crafted to assist ECPs in implementing a thorough and consistent approach in their practice.

To grasp the magnitude of this crisis and the need for urgent intervention, refer to our Myopia Management 101: A Parent’s Guide for Taking Control of Myopia. This guide helps communicate the importance of early management to patients and their families.

Impact on Eye Health – The Correlation Between Myopia Progression and Axial Length Changes:

Progressive myopia is closely linked to increases in axial length, which refers to the elongation of the eye’s structure. As the eye stretches and lengthens, the severity of myopia worsens, and the risk of developing serious visual complications rises. High myopia, characterized by a refractive error greater than -6.00D, is particularly associated with severe risks such as myopic macular degeneration, retinal detachment, glaucoma, and posterior subcapsular cataracts. It is important to note that any level of myopia elevates these risks, highlighting the need for early and effective management.

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