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September 10, 2025Eye & Contact Lens Science & Clinical Practice

Challenges and Practices in the Management of Childhood Myopia Progression Among Nigerian Optometrists—A Cross-sectional National Survey

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NUNgozi Precious UwagboeLELauretta Ekene EgentiOAObinna Princewill Anyatonwu

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey reveals barriers in myopia management among optometrists in Nigeria, indicating significant gaps.

Key Points

  • Gaps in effective myopia management are significant, with many optometrists facing barriers in Nigeria.
  • Single-vision distance contact lenses were recommended by 63.4% of respondents as an effective myopia control option.
  • The cross-sectional survey collected data on various factors affecting myopia management practices across Nigeria.
  • Financial constraints and medico-legal concerns are major barriers affecting the adoption of advanced myopia strategies.

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Uwagboe et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1b60d54b1d3bfb60eb1bbhttps://doi.org/10.1097/icl.0000000000001206
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