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Comitant strabismus.

M Spiritus1

  • 1UCL University, Brussels, Belgium.

Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
|September 5, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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This review covers recent literature on comitant strabismus, including esodeviations and exodeviations. Early surgery for infantile esotropia and eyeglasses for accommodative esotropia are highlighted as effective treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • Strabismology

Background:

  • Comitant strabismus, encompassing esodeviations and exodeviations, remains a significant clinical challenge.
  • Recent literature addresses the prevalence and sensory mechanisms in essential infantile esotropia.
  • Accommodative esotropia and intermittent exotropia are also areas of active research and clinical interest.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of current literature on the evaluation and management of comitant strabismus.
  • To synthesize findings on essential infantile esotropia, accommodative esotropia, and intermittent exotropia.
  • To highlight effective treatment strategies based on recent research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on comitant strabismus.

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  • Analysis of research focusing on infantile esotropia, accommodative esotropia, and intermittent exotropia.
  • Synthesis of data regarding diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
  • Main Results:

    • Early surgical intervention is validated for congenital strabismus.
    • Corrective eyeglasses demonstrate a beneficial effect in treating accommodative esotropia in all age groups.
    • Current management strategies for intermittent exotropia have been surveyed globally.

    Conclusions:

    • Evidence supports early surgery for congenital strabismus.
    • Optical correction is crucial for managing accommodative esotropia.
    • Understanding global management trends in intermittent exotropia is essential.