HOYA Vision Care has announced the launch of its new power range of MiYOSMART spectacle lenses, specifically designed for children suffering from high myopia.
A media release said the extended power range unlocks MiYOSMART spectacle lenses for patients with a broader range of negative and cylindrical powers, has a slimmer edge thickness compared to previous MiYOSMART spectacle lenses, and can be housed in a wider selection of frames to suit individual requirements and preferences due to their larger diameter.
High myopia is a severe form of myopia, also known as short-sightedness, and is rapidly becoming a global health concern.
It is predicted to affect 938 million people by 2050 – 9.8% of the global population and over a fivefold increase from 2000.
This surge is driven by changing lifestyle factors, such as increased near-work activity and reduced time outdoors.
“There is an urgent need to provide comprehensive solutions for children with high myopia as early as possible in order to reduce the risk of myopia-related complications in later life,” said Dr Natalia Vlasak, global head of Medical and Scientific Affairs at HOYA Vision Care.
“Slowing down the progression of myopia by just one diopter can reduce the risk of myopic maculopathy by 40%.
“With the extension of MiYOSMART’s power range to treat high myopia, it is not too late for these children to preserve their vision health for the future.”
The release said the power range extension accommodates both high myopia and astigmatism, with a wider span of prescriptions up to a highest combined power of -13.00 dioptres (D). This action will increase access to effective and innovative solutions for more myopic children, so they can achieve better vision outcomes.
Within the new power range extension, MiYOSMART spectacle lenses are now available in larger lens diameters and with optimised lens edge thickness.
The increased lens diameters mean that the lenses can be housed in larger frames, accommodating older children and teenagers with larger pupillary distances in addition to those who choose these frames for aesthetic reasons.
Mr John Goltermann Lassen, CEO of HOYA Vision Care said: “With myopia and high myopia on the rise globally, concern for children’s eyecare is at an all-time high.
“At HOYA Vision Care, we are committed to continuously evolving our treatment solutions to support eyecare professionals in providing the best care possible for every child with myopia.”
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