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Miércoles, 15 de enero 2025, 11:50
The University of Alicante (UA) is conducting a clinical study for children aged 8 to 11 to control myopia. The study aims to verify the effectiveness of a type of orthokeratology lens in slowing down this condition.
The Optics and Visual Perception Group (GOPV) from the Department of Optics, Pharmacology, and Anatomy at UA is responsible for the study. Coordinated by researcher David P. Piñero Llorens, it is a clinical study to evaluate the effectiveness of OKL SeeFree lenses with a modified optical zone to slow the progression of myopia in children with mild and moderate myopia, comparing the results with the use of traditional glasses or lenses.
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To this end, the research group is seeking children aged 8 to 12 with myopia who wish to participate in a free clinical study for myopia control with the help of orthokeratology lenses. These lenses produce a temporary reduction in myopia by changing the shape of the cornea overnight. They are made with a special geometry and material that "correct and prevent the increase of myopia," explains Piñero.
This study is conducted to test these lenses from Conóptica laboratories, which have the approval of the Spanish Medicines Agency and feature "a new design whose main characteristic is that the central part of the lens is customizable to optimize treatment."
David P. Piñero indicates that participation in the study involves 11 visits of approximately 20 minutes over two years and assures that "these measures are non-invasive and do not entail any adverse effects" and that "all materials for the use of contact lenses will be provided free of charge to patients." So far, he highlights, "the results are very good."
To participate in the study, it is specified that children must be between 8 and 12 years old, have mild or moderate myopia (less than six diopters), and not suffer from ocular pathologies.
The UA researcher points out that "myopia is rapidly increasing, affecting more and more people at an early age" and that orthokeratology "has been shown to slow the growth of myopia, with studies showing a reduction of 43% to 63% in axial eye growth."
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