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Strabismus surgery is safe and effective for patients over 60. This study highlights a growing demand for these procedures in the elderly population.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Strabismus surgery is typically performed in younger patients.
  • The aging population is increasing, necessitating a review of surgical indications in older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the indications and outcomes of strabismus surgery in patients aged 60 years and older.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of strabismus surgery in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 111 patients aged 60+ who underwent strabismus surgery between 1992 and 1999.
  • Analysis of diagnoses, pre-operative and post-operative binocular potential, reoperations, and botulinum toxin use.
  • Follow-up data, including duration and discharge times, were collected.

Main Results:

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  • Cranial nerve palsies and consecutive strabismus were the most common diagnoses.
  • A significant proportion of patients (56 pre-op, 60 post-op) had binocular potential.
  • The procedure represented 7% of strabismus surgery activity for a single surgeon, with no reported complications.

Conclusions:

  • Strabismus surgery is a viable option for older adults, addressing conditions like cranial nerve palsies and consecutive strabismus.
  • There is a clear and increasing demand for strabismus surgery in the geriatric population.
  • The procedure demonstrated a favorable safety profile with good outcomes in this age group.