Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 21, 2023
Abstract
The
purpose
of
this
investigation
was
to
explore
the
causal
relationships
between
type
2
diabetes,
body
mass
index(BMI),
smoking
initiation,
and
myopia.
We
utilized
summary
statistics
from
independent
genome-wide
association
studies
examine
linkages
among
these
factors.
Our
main
analytical
technique
inverse-variance-weighted
(IVW)
method,
along
with
weighted
median
mr-egger
as
supplements.
Univariable
multivariable
mendelian
randomization(MR)
analyses
were
conducted,
reverse
MR
performed
assess
causation.The
results
showed
that
there
associations
myopia
initiation
(odds
ratio
(OR)
0.984,
95%
confidence
interval
(CI)
0.977-0.992,
p=6.35×10-5),
index
(OR
0.989,
CI
0.984-0.993,
p=3.84×10-6),
diabetes
1.004,
1.002-1.006,
p=4.15×10-4).
These
remained
strong
even
after
mutual
adjustment.
observed
no
pleiotropy
in
exposures,
found
MR.In
conclusion,
study
is
first
use
univariable
multivariate
randomization
confirm
a
relationship
BMI
Journal of PHYSIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
43(1)
Published: Jan. 31, 2024
Abstract
Background
Myopia,
commonly
known
as
near-sightedness,
has
emerged
a
global
epidemic,
impacting
almost
one
in
three
individuals
across
the
world.
The
increasing
prevalence
of
myopia
during
early
childhood
heightened
risk
developing
high
and
related
sight-threatening
eye
conditions
adulthood.
This
surge
rates,
occurring
within
relatively
stable
genetic
framework,
underscores
profound
influence
environmental
lifestyle
factors
on
this
condition.
In
comprehensive
narrative
review,
we
shed
light
both
established
potential
contributors
that
affect
development
progression
myopia.
Main
body
Epidemiological
interventional
research
consistently
revealed
compelling
connection
between
increased
outdoor
time
decreased
children.
protective
effect
may
primarily
be
attributed
to
exposure
characteristics
natural
(i.e.,
sunlight)
release
retinal
dopamine.
Conversely,
irrespective
time,
excessive
engagement
near
work
can
further
worsen
onset
While
exact
mechanisms
behind
exacerbation
are
not
fully
comprehended,
it
appears
involve
shifts
relative
peripheral
refraction,
overstimulation
accommodation,
or
complex
interplay
these
factors,
leading
issues
like
image
defocus,
blur,
chromatic
aberration.
Other
spatial
frequency
visual
environment,
circadian
rhythm,
sleep,
nutrition,
smoking,
socio-economic
status,
education
have
debatable
independent
influences
development.
Conclusion
environment
exerts
significant
Improving
modifiable
key
predictors
spent
outdoors
prevent
slow
intricate
connections
often
obscure
findings,
making
challenging
disentangle
their
individual
effects.
complexity
necessity
for
prospective
studies
employ
objective
assessments,
such
quantifying
work,
among
others.
These
crucial
gaining
more
understanding
how
various
modified
Deleted Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
1(1), P. 100010 - 100010
Published: April 1, 2024
This
study
evaluates
the
influence
of
various
lifestyle
factors,
such
as
screen
time,
physical
inactivity,
dietary
habits,
and
psychological
stress,
on
development
progression
myopia
in
comparison
to
genetic
predisposition.
It
underscores
critical
role
adopting
healthier
lifestyles
minimize
risk
myopia,
especially
genetically
susceptible
individuals.
integrates
a
systematic
review
existing
literature
with
empirical
data
assess
relationship
between
habits
providing
nuanced
understanding
its
multifaceted
etiology.
Comprehensive
analysis
from
multiple
institutional
clinical
studies.
The
includes
research
individuals
across
spectrum,
examining
factors
addition
influences.
Analysis
focused
behaviors,
including
digital
device
use,
activity,
patterns,
sleep
quality
relation
myopia.
Correlation
prevalence
choices
susceptibility.
results
highlight
strong
association
behaviors
predispositions
exacerbating
effects
detrimental
habits.
In
particular,
proactive
modifications,
increasing
outdoor
appear
be
effective
preventing
supports
an
integrative
approach
management,
emphasizing
modifications
conjunction
awareness.
calls
for
comprehensive
public
health
strategies
address
increase
advocating
balanced
interplay
maintaining
health,
engaging
activities,
promoting
mental
wellness
counteract
multifactorial
risks
associated
development.
Cell organoid (Print),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 1, 2024
Environmental
pollutants
are
mainly
produced
by
human
production
and
living,
pose
a
serious
threat
to
health.
Health
risk
assessments
of
environmental
needed
in
order
contribute
the
development
reasonable
control
measures.
In
comparison
two-dimensional
(2D)
cell
culture
experimental
animals,
organoids
excellent
alternative
models
for
health
assessment
pollutants.
this
review,
we
described
application
toxicity
testing
Finally,
there
was
discussion
unique
advantages
challenges
as
test
models.
It
is
hoped
that
will
provide
insight
into
field
toxicology.
BMC Ophthalmology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
To
investigate
the
impact
of
secondhand
smoke
(SHS)
exposure
on
myopia
prevalence
and
risk
among
nonmyopic
children
in
China.
This
was
a
retrospective
cohort
study.
A
total
232
aged
5–10
years
were
included,
with
128
exposed
to
SHS
104
who
not.
Baseline
characteristics
such
as
age,
sex,
height,
weight,
spherical
equivalent
refraction
(SER),
axial
length
(AL),
average
corneal
K-reading
(Ave-K),
intraocular
pressure
(IOP),
pupil
diameter
(PD)
subfoveal
choroidal
thickness
(SFCT)
measured.
Follow-up
assessments
at
3-,
6-,
9-,
12-month
visits
focused
changes
SER
AL.
Behavioural
parental
factors,
including
status,
education
level,
daily
time
spent
near
work
outdoor
activities
collected
via
questionnaires
from
medical
records.
Linear
regression
applied
identify
factors
that
have
significant
elongation
over
1
year.
The
mean
myopic
shift
group
−
0.64
±
0.41
D/year,
which
significantly
greater
than
control
(-0.47
0.52
D/year)
(P
=
0.004).
Children
had
did
(0.26
0.14
mm
vs.
0.20
0.13
mm,
P
0.002).
Multivariate
linear
analysis
revealed
(β
0.053,
0.002),
baseline
-0.054,
0.001)
0.028,
0.036)
predictors
elongation.
study
associated
likelihood
developing
early-onset
myopia.
These
findings
indicate
eradicating
is
highly
important
for
preventing
children,
especially
families
young
children.
Cell Biology and Toxicology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
41(1)
Published: April 2, 2025
Sodium
fluoride-induced
ocular
damage
constitutes
a
significant
public
health
concern
globally;
however,
the
precise
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
this
issue
remain
obscure.
This
study
aims
to
investigate
effects
of
sodium
fluoride
on
myopia
and
offer
novel
theoretical
foundations
for
future
strategies
in
prevention
control.
The
experimental
data
showed
that
could
promote
progression,
through
bioinformatics
analysis,
we
found
affect
ferroptosis
pathway.
Western
blotting
redox
kit
assays
further
confirmed
activates
We
also
demonstrated
PIEZO1
plays
crucial
role
myopia,
inhibitor
(GsMTx4)
can
inhibit
Subsequently,
identified
as
potential
target
baicalin,
which
inhibited
expression
vivo
vitro,
by
docking
modeling
CETSA
assays.
Finally,
baicalin
via
PIEZO1.
Taken
together,
our
findings
indicate
progression
activating
pathway
PIEZO1,
targeting
delay
may
provide
new
drug
treatment
future.
JAMA Network Open,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
6(5), P. e2312995 - e2312995
Published: May 11, 2023
Youjuan
Zhang,
PhD;
Xiu
Juan
Nan
Yuan,
Yuzhou
Yu
Meng
Wang,
Fangyao
Tang,
Mandy
P.
Ng,
MHM;
Ian
C.
K.
Wong,
Patrick
Ip,
MPH;
Ka
Wai
Kam,
MSc
(Epidemiology);
Alvin
L.
Young,
MMedSc;
Li
Jia
Chen,
Clement
Tham,
BM,
BCh;
Chi
Pui
Pang,
DPhil;
Jason
Yam,
MPH
Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
65(11), P. 29 - 29
Published: Sept. 18, 2024
While
previously
investigating
the
mechanism
by
which
atropine
inhibits
ocular
growth,
we
observed
that
stimulation
of
nicotinic
receptors
can
inhibit
experimental
myopia.
This
study
expands
on
preliminary
finding
and
investigates
safety
efficacy
in
inhibition
growth.