[Unilateral amblypia with central fixation--occlusion treatment]

Amblyopia refers to a decrease of vision, either unilaterally or bilaterally, for which no cause can be found by physical examination of visual pathway. Early detection and treatment is the the better way for this disease. There are many types of amblyopia treatment. Occlusion therapy has been the mainstay since 18th century. This treatment must be individualized and many clinical parameters will be follow up: rithm of occlusion, age of the child, different type of amblyopia, compliance of the child or parents, regular or irregular control. The success of the treatment will be when visual acuity is better with 2-3 lines, there is isoacuity or the alternance of unilateral esotropia, there is compliance from the child or parents. Treatment of amblyopia is difficult but has good results if parents, ophthalmologists or orthoptists work together.