Approach to Strabismus

Strabismus is characterized by a misalignment of the eyes.  A thorough history and physical examination should be performed by clinicians when strabismus is suspected. The Hirschberg, cover, cover-uncover, and alternate prism cover tests are commonly used to identify and diagnose strabismus. Strabis...

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Published inMcGill journal of medicine Vol. 20; no. 1
Main Authors Dhoot, Arjan, Wan, Michael
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published McGill University 04.03.2022
Subjects
Corneal light reflex
Cover test
Cover-uncover test
Estropia
Ophthalmology
Strabismus
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Summary:Strabismus is characterized by a misalignment of the eyes.  A thorough history and physical examination should be performed by clinicians when strabismus is suspected. The Hirschberg, cover, cover-uncover, and alternate prism cover tests are commonly used to identify and diagnose strabismus. Strabismus usually requires a referral to an ophthalmologist. Treatment of strabismus involves eye patches, cycloplegic drops, prescription glasses, and surgery. Strabismus can result in vision loss due to amblyopia and may also cause double vision, psychosocial concerns, and impaired depth perception.  
ISSN:1201-026X
1715-8125
DOI:10.26443/mjm.v20i1.908