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Scientists Discover New Genes Behind Myopia
24 new genes that cause myopia or short-sightedness have been identified by scientists. Myopia is a major cause of blindness and visual impairment worldwide, and currently there is no cure. ...
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Potential Cure for Myopia Developed
Specialty contact lenses developed by scientists offer cure for myopia (nearsightedness). Nearsightedness, or myopia, begins in childhood and often progresses with age. Standard prescriptio...
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Myopia Causing Gene Identified
Scientists have identified a gene whose mutation leads to myopia or nearsightedness.
The gene, LEPREL1, was identified in studies conducted within a southern Israeli Beduin tribe led by ...
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US FDA Launches LASIK Study
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced the launch of a study to assess the problems faced by patients after LASIK surgery. The Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) is a...
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