Surya Eye Hospital, a leading eye care centre in India, has launched Western India's first Oculus Myopia Master, an advanced diagnostic tool from Germany designed to track and manage myopia progression in children. This milestone was marked during a media round table dedicated to myopia management in children. To further raise awareness and support early detection, Surya Eye is also hosting a week-long free Myopia Screening Camp at its Bandra and Mulund facility from November 14 to 20, 2024, aligning with National Myopia Week. Given that a study found myopia prevalence among individuals aged 29 years and above in Maharashtra to be 15.3% and 17% in two population-based studies, these initiatives hold even greater significance in addressing this growing concern. Myopia Master uses a contactless, painless approach to measure critical eye parameters such as axial length, keratometry, and refraction, allowing for accurate monitoring and personalized treatment plans. The Myopia Master has been developed in collaboration with Oculus GmbH, Germany, and BHVI in Australia and empowers doctors to offer more precise diagnoses and treatment plans. By measuring key parameters of eye health and utilizing a unique AI-based model for data analysis, the Myopia Master ensures personalized, effective care for every child, setting a new standard in myopia management. Reflecting on the device's efficiency, Dr Vinod Goyal, senior ophthalmologist and director at Surya Hospital said, "Myopia is a pressing global health issue that requires proactive intervention. Through initiatives like the launch of the Myopia Master, we aim to provide comprehensive, preventive care that improves outcomes for children affected by Myopia. We aim to detect and manage this condition early, giving every child a chance at clear, healthy vision." The media round table brought together industry experts, healthcare professionals, and media representatives to address the escalating myopia epidemic in India. The discussions centred on advanced strategies for diagnosing, preventing, and treating Myopia, highlighting Surya Eye Hospital's commitment to tackling this growing issue through innovative solutions and community initiatives. Surya Eye is also organizing a week-long Myopia Screening Camp at its Bandra facility from November 14 to 20, 2024, aligning with National Myopia Week. Dr Jay Goyal, lasik and retina specialist and director of Surya Eye Hospital, added, "We are proud to be early adopters of the Myopia Master in Western India. By providing a more accurate diagnosis and customized care plan, we can significantly reduce children's dependency on glasses and minimize long-term risks, such as retinal detachment and glaucoma. With projections indicating that 40% of Indian children will be affected by Myopia by 2030, Surya Eye Hospital's efforts are geared towards providing timely, comprehensive care and preventive solutions." By 2030, 40% of Indian children will need spectacles due to myopia, reflecting a significant rise in this eye condition. Globally, one in three children is already affected, with myopia prevalence tripling to 36% between 1990 and 2023, highlighting its growing public health impact. Asia is projected to be most affected, with nearly 69% of the population at risk of moderate myopia by 2050.
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