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Gender differences and delay in presentation of childhood squint
Tanveer A Chaudhry1, Aziz Khan, Muhammad Bilal Salman Khan
1Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan.
Summary
Girls with childhood squint present later than boys, showing a significant gender difference in age at presentation. This delay may impact treatment outcomes for common childhood eye conditions.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Strabismus Research
Background:
- Childhood squint (strabismus) is a common condition requiring timely diagnosis and management.
- Understanding factors influencing presentation, such as gender, is crucial for effective pediatric eye care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential gender disparities in the age of presentation for childhood squint.
- To analyze delays in seeking medical attention for squint in children.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case series analysis of 107 children diagnosed with squint.
- Data collected from Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, between February 2000 and July 2007.
- Comparison of mean age at presentation and delay in presentation between boys and girls.
Main Results:
- A total of 107 children with squint were analyzed; 52.4% were girls.
- Girls presented at a significantly later mean age (4 years 5 months) compared to boys (3 years 5 months; p < 0.05).
- Girls exhibited a longer median delay in presentation (2 years 3 months) than boys (1 year 3 months). Amblyopia was observed in 25.3% of children, with a higher, though not statistically significant, prevalence in girls (p = 0.09).
Conclusions:
- Significant gender-based differences exist in the age of presentation for childhood squint.
- Further research is warranted to elucidate the underlying reasons for these gender-related delays in presentation.
- Investigating these delays can inform strategies to improve early detection and intervention for pediatric strabismus.
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