How can congenital myopia be recognised? What causes it, and what are the main challenges in diagnosis and management?
At the 2026 Congress of the French Society of Ophthalmology (SFO), Prof. Matthieu Robert, ophthalmologist at Necker-Enfants Malades University Hospital in Paris, shared his insights with EuMyS on congenital myopia, its underlying mechanisms and the challenges associated with this rare and complex form of myopia.
In this interview, Prof. Robert discusses:
- Recognising and diagnosing congenital myopia, including the challenges of early diagnosis
- Genetic and biological mechanisms underlying congenital myopia
- The progression and development of the highly myopic eye
- The major complications associated with congenital myopia, including retinal detachment
- Current challenges and future perspectives for earlier diagnosis and better management
Watch the full interview to hear Prof. Matthieu Robert’s expert perspective on congenital myopia.
