Amblyopia is defined as decreased vision in one or both eyes due to abnormal development of vision in infancy or childhood. In this condition, the vision loss occurs due to improper stimulation of nerve pathways between the eye and the brain. Hence, the brain processes only blurry images with the affected eye in spite of wearing glasses and as a result uses only the eye with normal vision. The condition is also known as “lazy eye”. It is the leading cause of vision loss among children.
This article will give you insights on the management and treatment outcome for amblyopia. Amblyopia is a functional reduction in visual acuity caused by abnormal visual development early in life. It is the most common cause of pediatric visual impairment, occurring in 1 to 4 percent of children. Early detection and treatment of amblyopia improve visual outcomes. Treatment goals include: Eliminating any…
