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Age-related changes in central corneal thickness and their association with ocular biometric parameters in children

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  • Qing Yuan

  • Yawen Bai

  • Zhe Su

  • Ying Zou

  • Yan Lu

  • May 22, 2026

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    The study included 393 children aged 3 to 17 years, examining central corneal thickness (CCT) and ocular biometric parameters.

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    CCT showed weak positive correlations with age, axial length, and anterior chamber depth, while negatively correlating with corneal curvature.

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    Myopic eyes had significantly thinner CCT compared to non-myopic eyes, with a mean CCT of 548.77 μm versus 554.20 μm.

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    CCT increased significantly over one year in children aged 3 to 12 years, stabilizing after age 13.

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    The findings inform pediatric eye assessments and myopia management, highlighting the importance of CCT in ocular health.

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Age-related changes in central corneal thickness and their association with ocular biometric parameters in children

  • by Qing Yuan, Yawen Bai, Zhe Su, Ying Zou, Yan Lu

  • May 22, 2026

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