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[Symptomatologic value of dissociated vertical divergence in concomitant strabismus]
P V Bérard1, R Reydy, P V Bérard
1Clinique Ophtalmologique, Faculté Hôpital Nord, Marseille.
Bulletin Des Societes D'Ophtalmologie De France
|January 1, 1990
Summary
D.V.D. (Divergence Excess) is an opto-motor anomaly often linked to congenital or early-onset strabismus. Surgical correction of horizontal and vertical deviations can reduce D.V.D. amplitude by restoring fusion.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neuroscience
- Optometry
Context:
- Divergence Excess (D.V.D.) is an opto-motor anomaly originating in the retina.
- D.V.D. is frequently associated with congenital or early-onset strabismus, often presenting with horizontal deviation and a vertical syndrome.
- It can occur with or without altered fusion.
Purpose:
- To highlight the clinical significance of D.V.D. assessment in pre- and post-operative examinations.
- To explore the impact of surgical interventions on D.V.D. management.
Summary:
- D.V.D. is an opto-motor anomaly, typically not isolated, and commonly found in strabismus cases.
- Clinical evaluation of D.V.D. is crucial for both pre-operative and post-operative assessments.
- Simultaneous horizontal and vertical surgical correction effectively reduces D.V.D. amplitude by re-establishing visual fusion.
Impact:
- Improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for strabismus patients.
- Enhanced understanding of the relationship between D.V.D., strabismus, and surgical outcomes.
- Potential for better visual function and binocularity in affected individuals.