Application of artificial intelligence in myopia prevention and control

ABSTRACT The global incidence of myopia is increasing, and high myopia increases the risk of pathological myopia, which can lead to irreversible visual impairment, posing a significant global health concern. Artificial intelligence (AI) may be a solution to the myopia pandemic, with potential applications in early identification, risk stratification, progression prediction, and timely intervention to address unmet needs. AI has been developed to detect, diagnose, and predict the progression of myopia in both children and adults. In this review, the current state of AI technology applications in the field of myopia has been comprehensively reviewed, and the challenges, current development status, and future directions of AI have also been discussed, which hold great significance for the further application of AI in myopia management.