The influence of age in the progression from pre-myopia to myopia onset: a 1 year retrospective analysis
By
Shuang Wang
Keke Huang
Xingyu He
Zhanfeng Wang
July 7, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Age-Related Effects on the Transition from Pre-Myopia to Myopia: A One-Year Retrospective Study
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Pre-myopia to Myopia Transition Key Mechanisms Age influences axial elongation during the transition from pre-myopia to myopia. Target Population Children aged 6–10 years. Care Setting Retrospective study in a clinical setting.
Key Highlights
Annual axial elongation decreases with increasing age. Children aged 6 and 7 years show significantly greater axial elongation than those aged 9 years. Each additional year of age correlates with a 0.093 mm decrease in annual axial elongation. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Pre-myopia defined as spherical equivalent refraction ≤ + 0.75 D and > − 0.50 D. Management
Early surveillance and preventive strategies in the pre-myopic stage, particularly for children aged 6–7 years. Monitoring & Follow-up
Regular follow-ups every 6 months for children transitioning from pre-myopia to myopia. Risks
Younger age at myopia onset is associated with a higher risk of developing high myopia. Patient & Prescribing Data
Children aged 6–10 years diagnosed with pre-myopia.
No specific treatments mentioned; focus on monitoring and early intervention.
Clinical Best Practices
Consider age as a significant factor in the risk of myopia progression. Implement regular eye examinations for early detection of myopia. Related Resources & Content
