WAVE24 On Demand: Atropine for Myopia Control - Samantha Lee
Available from: 3/04/2024 (AEDT)
Provider: Optometry WA
Contact: OWA Office, [E] admin@optometrywa.org.au, [P] (08) 9321 2300
Activity Outline
Samantha Lee presents on Atropine for Myopia Control in the Australian Context – What Concentration & For How Long?
Duration: 30 minutes
Synopsis: The debate over what is the optimal atropine concentration continues. Studies in East Asia, Australia, and other parts of the world have suggested that there is no one-concentration-fits-all approach. With the known rebound effects after stopping treatment, when is a safe time to cease therapy?
Learning Objectives
- Identify factors to consider when deciding the concentration of atropine to use
- How to decide on when to cease 0.01% atropine therapy for myopia control
Max CPD hours awarded: 0.75
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| Atropine for Myopia Control in the Australian Context – What Concentration & For How Long? |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| Yes |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 0.5 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 0.75 |