خانم سعیده حسین منی(MAINTENANCE TREATMENTS IN AMBLYOPIA THERAPY)

MAINTENANCE TREATMENTS IN AMBLYOPIA THERAPY

Shiraz University

Abstract: Maintenance treatments in amblyopia Individuals with abnormal binocular vision, such as strabismics and anisometropes, often suppress part of one eye's view. This phenomenon may be either unilateral, such that one eye is chronically suppressed, or bilateral, with dominance and suppression alternating between the two eyes. We explain the rationale for and use of active vision therapy procedures in this group of patients. Early detection and intervention maximizes the probability of success in the treatment of amblyopia. Some cases are successfully managed by prescription of therapeutic lenses and/or prisms. However, most amblyopia requires optometric vision therapy. The required duration of treatment depends upon the severity and/or complexity of the problem. The most commonly encountered amblyopia usually requires 28 to 40 hours of office therapy. Follow-Up Care At the conclusion of the active treatment regimen, periodic follow-up evaluation should be provided. Therapeutic lenses may be used for the maintenance of long-term stability. Some cases may require additional therapy due to decompensation. We explain what kind of maintenance program is needed in this regards