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Correcting high anisometropia: two case reports

L S Thal, J D Grisham

    American Journal of Optometry and Physiological Optics
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    Adults with anisometropia (unequal vision between eyes) can successfully adapt to full correction, improving binocular vision. This challenges the belief that correction causes intolerable symptoms in adults.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Optometry
    • Vision Science

    Background:

    • Anisometropia, a condition of unequal refractive error between eyes, often goes uncorrected in adults.
    • Conventional wisdom suggests adults struggle to tolerate anisometropia correction due to potential symptoms.

    Observation:

    • Two adult patients with previously uncorrected anisometropia were considered for full refractive correction.
    • The adaptation process and resulting visual function were monitored.

    Findings:

    • Both patients successfully adapted to full anisometropia correction within days.
    • Significant improvements in binocular vision skills were observed post-correction.

    Implications:

    • Full correction of anisometropia in adults may be more feasible than previously thought.

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  • This finding could lead to revised clinical guidelines for adult anisometropia management.
  • Improved binocular function can enhance quality of life for affected individuals.