This book considers the issues surrounding the occurrence, progression, and predictability of myopia (near-sightedness), with special emphasis on the 16- to 26-year-old population. Myopia reviews only the most pertinent published research in this area, analyzing the findings and drawing conclusions from these studies. The observations and recommendations will undoubtedly be of considerable interest to vision scientists and clinicians alike.

Table of Contents


Front Matter
Summary of Conclusions and Recommendations
1. Introduction
2. Analysis of the Prevalence Literature
3. Analysis of the Progression Literature
4. Conclusions and Recommendations
Appendix A: The Biological Basis of Myopia
Appendix B: Review of the Prevalence Literature
Appendix C: Review of the Progression Literature
Appendix D: The Etiology of Myopia
Appendix E: Glossary
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