2023
DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3294144/v1
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Ciliary muscles contraction leads to axial length extension —— The possible initiating factor for myopia

Peng Zhou,
Dan-Dan Wang,
Lei Fan
et al.

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the underlying factors driving the onset of myopia, specifically the role of the ciliary muscle’s contraction in the elongation of the axial length of the eye. The retrospective study was conducted utilizing data from three ophthalmic centers in Shanghai and Beijing. Both Chinese and Caucasian children were involved. The axial length of the subjects’ eyes was measured in both relaxed and contracted state of the ciliary muscle. A comprehensive mechanical model was also developed … Show more

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