BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF GLOBAL RESEARCH TRENDS IN MYOPIA PROGRESSION (2000–2025)
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Myopia progression, axial length, atropine, orthokeratology, outdoor time, bibliometric analysis
Abstract
Background: Myopia progression is now a global concern. The issue is most visible in East and Southeast Asia, where rates in schoolchildren have reached epidemic levels. This paper examines worldwide publication trends in myopia progression between 2000 and 2025.
Methods: We searched Scopus and Web of Science in January 2025 for studies published from 2000 to 2024. Search terms included myopia progression, axial length, childhood myopia, and juvenile myopia. After screening, 5,962 papers were analyzed. We looked at annual growth, country and institutional output, journal distribution, citations, and keyword patterns.
Results: The literature grew more than six-fold, with the sharpest surge after 2010. China, the United States, and Japan were the largest contributors, followed by Singapore, South Korea, and Australia. Institutions such as Sun Yat-sen University, the National University of Singapore, and The University of Hong Kong produced the most work. Early research mainly described prevalence and risk factors, while later studies turned to control methods, orthokeratology, low-dose atropine, and outdoor-time strategies.
Conclusion: Research on myopia progression has expanded rapidly. Asia leads output, but stronger global partnerships are needed if the rising burden of myopia is to be effectively addressed.
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Dr. Venkatrahavan Raman
Specialist Ophthalmologist, Ahalia Hospital, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates