KUMJ | VOL. 23 | NO. 4 | ISSUE 92 | OCTOBER-DECEMBER

Eye Care Professionals’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) on Myopia Management Approach: A Global Review
Mishra SK, Kumar N, Mahotra NB

Abstract:
Myopia has arisen as a major global public health issue, particularly in pediatric populations. The rising prevalence has inspired the development of a variety of evidence-based therapies, including pharmaceutical, optical, and behavioral approaches. A Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice study is conducted to assess and understand ECPs awareness, perceptions, and behaviors regarding a Myopia management. This highlights regional guidelines, professional training, adoption rate variability, and the perceived effectiveness of interventions like low-dose atropine, orthokeratology, multifocal contact lenses, and lifestyle counseling by drawing on recent studies and surveys carried out in different regions. This review compiles global data on the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Eye Care Professionals (ECPs) for myopia management and pinpoints any gaps, and make recommendations for improving clinical myopia management. Multiple international surveys and research show significant variety in awareness, adoption, and implementation of modern therapies such as low-dose atropine, orthokeratology, multifocal lenses, and lifestyle changes. Despite high levels of awareness, practical implementation is variable due to reasons such as limited clinical training, financial constraints, and a lack of defined protocols. The results show that there are substantial knowledge gaps, varying attitudes and inconsistent clinical practices underscoring the necessity of additional training and awareness campaigns for Eye Care Professionals (ECPs). This review emphasizes the importance of targeted educational initiatives, systematic policy support, and clinical infrastructure upgrades to close the knowledge-practice gap in myopia care.
Keyword : Myopia, Eye Care Professionals; Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP); Myopia management