The long-term results of bilateral medial rectus surgery are evaluated in 42 children with development delay. Mean age pre-surgery was 2.9 years with a mean follow-up of 4.6 years. Mean angle of esotropia was 44.29±13.9PD; 57% achieved surgical success; 31% were undercorrected and 12% overcorrected. Ten of 18 children required a second procedure leading to surgical success for two cases. The authors conclude that the decision to choose usual recession amounts versus reduced surgery, remains debatable.
Medial rectus surgery with development delay
Reviewed by Fiona Rowe
Long-term results of bilateral medial rectus muscle recession in children with developmental delay.
CONTRIBUTOR
Fiona Rowe (Prof)
Institute of Population Health, University of Liverpool, UK.
View Full Profile
