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    • Ophthalmology
    • Pediatric Medicine
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • Ectopia lentis is lens displacement often linked to systemic/metabolic disorders.
    • Non-traumatic ectopia lentis in children requires specific management strategies.
    • Surgical intervention is a key consideration for pediatric ectopia lentis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the management of non-traumatic ectopia lentis in pediatric patients.
    • To focus on surgical interventions and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation techniques.
    • To highlight visual rehabilitation and amblyopia treatment post-surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of pediatric ectopia lentis management.
    • Analysis of surgical approaches for lensectomy (limbal and pars plana).
    • Evaluation of IOL options: anterior chamber, iris-fixated, and scleral-fixated posterior chamber IOLs.

    Main Results:

    • Both limbal and pars plana lensectomy approaches are established.
    • Various IOLs are suitable for pediatric ectopia lentis.
    • Capsular tension rings show promising results in recent studies.
    • Visual rehabilitation and amblyopia treatment are vital post-operative steps.

    Conclusions:

    • Surgical management of pediatric ectopia lentis is multifaceted.
    • Choice of IOL and surgical approach depends on individual patient factors.
    • Early visual rehabilitation and amblyopia management are critical for long-term visual success.