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[In paediatric ophthalmology there is no preferred timing for retinoscopy]
1Abteilung für Strabologie und Neuroophthalmologie, Kantonsspital, St. Gallen, Germany. daniel.mojon@kssg.ch
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|May 22, 2002
Summary
For pediatric eye exams, performing retinoscopy immediately after an orthoptic examination or during a separate visit makes no difference to parents or examiners. Patient satisfaction hinges on healthcare professional interaction and wait times.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Clinical Practice
Background:
- Retinoscopy timing in pediatric ophthalmology is debated, with options including immediate post-orthoptic examination or a separate ambulatory visit.
- No prior studies have compared parent and examiner preferences for these retinoscopy timing protocols.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the preferred timing of retinoscopy (immediate vs. separate visit) in pediatric ophthalmology.
- To assess the satisfaction of accompanying persons and examiners regarding retinoscopy timing.
Main Methods:
- A randomized study involving 32 children under 16 undergoing retinoscopy.
- Participants were assigned to either immediate or separate visit retinoscopy.
- Accompanying persons and examiners completed validated questionnaires; data analyzed via cluster analysis.
Main Results:
- 84% of accompanying persons returned questionnaires.
- Retinoscopy timing showed no association with other variables.
- Accompanying persons' recommendation of the department correlated strongly with their perception of medical/orthoptic examinations and waiting times.
Conclusions:
- No significant difference in preference or satisfaction exists between immediate and separate visit retinoscopy for accompanying persons or examiners.
- Accompanying persons' satisfaction is influenced by healthcare professional interaction and waiting times, consistent with general ambulatory patient satisfaction literature.