The Genetic Trace of Sight: Correlating Fingerprint Patterns with Myopic Tendencies

Dermatoglyphics, the scientific study of epidermal ridge patterns on fingers, palms, toes, and soles, serves as a valuable biometric tool due to the uniqueness and permanence of these patterns. In this study, we investigated the dermatoglyphic features of individuals to assess potential correlations between fingerprint ridge patterns and myopic conditions. As these patterns are established during early fetal development and remain unchanged throughout life, they may reflect intrauterine influences and genetic predispositions linked to refractive errors such as myopia. The research focused on the analysis of ridge counts, pattern types, and specific dermatoglyphic variables across study participants. Findings suggest that certain dermatoglyphic traits may act as non-invasive, early indicators of susceptibility to myopia, supporting their potential application in predictive diagnostics and genetic studies.