The Role of Axial Length in Modern Myopia Management

Dr. Ryan Corte discusses the importance of measuring axial length in myopia management, how to incorporate it into clinical practice, and the benefits of using biometers for tracking eye growth over time.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Myopia and Axial Length

02:48 The Importance of Tracking Axial Length

04:24 Integrating Axial Length Measurements in Practice

07:06 Utilizing Technology for Myopia Management

10:08 Choosing the Right Equipment for Axial Length Measurement

12:56 Future of Myopia Management in Optometry

Takeaways

• Axial length tells you where the eye is heading, refraction shows where it is today.
• Measuring axial length helps predict and manage myopia progression.
• Contact biometers are cost-effective and space-efficient tools for practices.
• Tracking eye growth over time educates parents and improves treatment decisions.

Resources

• DGH Scanmate A Contact Biometer: https://www.dghtech.com/products/scanmate-a
• Oculus Myopia Master: https://www.oculus.com/medical/myopia-master/
• Topcon MYAH Biometer: https://www.topconmedical.com/products/myah

• Zeiss IOLMaster: https://www.zeiss.com/meditec/en/products/biometry/iolmaster.html
• Haag-Streit Lenstar: https://haag-streit.com/en/lenstar/