How to recognize strabism in the pediatric office and prevent low vision

Authors

  • Boško Jakšić Klinika za očne bolesti, KBC Split, Spinčićeva 1, 21000 Split
  • Siniša Skelin Klinika za očne bolesti, KBC Split, Spinčićeva 1, 21000 Split
  • Irena Marković Klinika za očne bolesti, KBC Split, Spinčićeva 1, 21000 Split

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.1068

Keywords:

STRABISMUS; CHILD; AMBLYOPIA

Abstract

Strabismus is a common condition in childhood that can be recognized in the pediatric office with the help of a few simple tests, the cover test being the most important one. Amblyopia is defined as a decrease of visual acuity caused by vision deprivation or abnormal binocular interaction for which no causes can be detected by the physical examination of the eye and which, in appropriate cases, is reversible by therapeutic measures.

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Published

2025-04-02

How to Cite

Jakšić, B., Skelin, S., & Marković, I. (2025). How to recognize strabism in the pediatric office and prevent low vision. Paediatria Croatica, 69(Suppl 2), 168-170. https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.1068

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