A Comparative Study in Axial Length of Eye and Radius of Curvature of Cornea Between Myopes and Emmetropes in Indian Population

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:This study would help us understand the pathophysiology of Myopia in Indian population in a better way. The hypothesis being tested is that "the axial length of eye and radius of curvature of cornea is associated with myopia". The main objectives of the study are; 1. To compare the axial lengths in myopes and emmetropes. 2. To compare the radii of curvatures of cornea in myopes and emmetropes. 3. To study the changes in axial length and radius of corneal curvature in near-work induced transient myopia. 4. To study the association of parental myopia and near work on the onset of myopia. METHODS: Emmetropic and myopic individuals who attend the Ophthalmology OPD at