Top Line: Hoya Vision Care has announced the launch of its new power range of MiYOSMART spectacle lenses designed specifically for children suffering from high myopia.
Close Up: This extended power range unlocks MiYOSMART lenses for patients with a broader range of negative and cylindrical powers. It has slimmer edge thickness compared to previous MiYOSMART lenses and can be housed in a wider selection of frames. This power range extension accommodates both high myopia and astigmatism, with a wider span of prescriptions up to a highest minus power of −13.00 diopters (D) and cylindrical power up to 4.00D. This action will increase access to effective and innovative solutions for more myopic children, so they can achieve better vision outcomes, Hoya Vision says.
Vital Stats: Dr. Natalia Vlasak, global head of medical and scientific affairs at Hoya Vision Care, said, “There is an urgent need to provide comprehensive solutions for children with high myopia as early as possible in order to reduce the risk of myopia-related complications in later life. Slowing down the progression of myopia by just one diopter can reduce the risk of myopic maculopathy by 40 percent. With the extension of MiYOSMART’s power range to treat high myopia, it is not too late for these children to preserve their vision health for the future.”
John Goltermann Lassen, CEO of Hoya Vision Care said, “With myopia and high myopia on the rise globally, concern for children’s eyecare is at an all-time high. At Hoya Vision Care, we are committed to continuously evolving our treatment solutions to support eyecare professionals in providing the best care possible for every child with myopia.”
Disclaimer: MiYOSMART spectacle lenses have not been approved for use in the management of myopia in all countries, including the U.S., and are not currently available for sale in all countries, including the U.S.
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