Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) spectacle lenses versus 0.01% atropine for myopia control: a randomised trial in children from Central Europe.

ABSTRACT:

Background/aims

The global increase in childhood myopia underscores the need for effective control strategies. This study compares the effectiveness of Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) spectacle lenses versus 0.01% atropine eye drops in slowing myopia progression in European children. This report summarises 1-year outcomes from an ongoing 2-year clinical trial.

Methods

A total of 110 Polish children aged 6-16 years, without significant ocular pathology, were randomly assigned to two groups. Group A received single-vision spectacles plus nightly 0.01% atropine drops; group B received DIMS spectacle lenses plus nightly placebo drops. Primary outcomes were changes in cycloplegic spherical equivalent refraction (SER) and axial length, measured every 6 months.

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SUBMITTER: Wnekowicz-Augustyn E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12606493 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature