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The population-based prevalence of myopic retinopathy and the number of publications since 2020.
| Country/ region | Study (n) | Age | Prevalence of myopic retinopathy* | Number of publications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | Beijing eye study (4,139) | ≥40 | 3.7% | 294 |
| Japan | Hisayama study (1,892) | ≥40 | 1.7% | 239 |
| Taiwan | Shihpai eye study (1,058) | ≥65 | 3.0% | 73 |
| Australia | Blue mountains eye study (3,653) | ≥49 | 1.2% | 63 |
The definition of myopic retinopathy in various studies is not totally the same.
