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Models of Refractive Error Development

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Models of the Visual System

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Clarity of the visual image is a vital component of ocular health. A common method for assessing image clarity is to measure distance visual acuity. The development of an uncorrected refractive error, however, reduces visual acuity, and in turn adversely impacts upon the quality of ocular health. This chapter discusses various analytical approaches taken in the understanding of refractive error development.

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