Association of Alterations in Choroidal Thickness with Macrophage Polarization in High Myopia - Takeaways - MDSpire

Association of Alterations in Choroidal Thickness with Macrophage Polarization in High Myopia

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  • Zhou Zhou

  • Wen Long

  • Bingru Zheng

  • Dongmei Cui

  • April 22, 2026

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    High myopia is a leading cause of blindness, affecting 30%-50% of the global population, with projections of 1 billion cases by 2050.

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    Choroidal thinning in high myopia is linked to structural changes in the posterior segment, contributing to irreversible visual impairment.

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    Macrophage polarization in the choroid may be influenced by mechanical stretch and hypoxic signals, leading to destructive remodeling.

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    Recent imaging techniques have enabled detailed evaluation of choroidal structure, revealing significant thinning associated with axial elongation.

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    Future research should focus on human tissue data and macrophage interventions to enhance understanding and treatment of high myopia.

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Association of Alterations in Choroidal Thickness with Macrophage Polarization in High Myopia

  • by Zhou Zhou, Wen Long, Bingru Zheng, Dongmei Cui

  • April 22, 2026

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