The aim of this study was to quantify changes in refractive status over time in children with infantile esotropia (ET) and to analyse a number of clinical factors associated with infantile ET to ...

Self-refraction using adjustable-focus spectacles in children was noninferior and more hyperopic compared with noncycloplegic autorefraction, according to a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology.

Children as young as 6 months old or less may require an optical aid for good vision. Refractive error in children may be hypermetropia (far sightedness), myopia ...

“Our findings may be helpful to studies or programs that rely on noncycloplegic refraction measurements in school-aged children.” They added, “More research is warranted to understand better ...

There are many eye conditions and diseases that can affect a child’s vision. Refractive errors are one of the most common causes of blurred vision. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical ...

Children who took short-term topical atropine eye drops, 0.01% to 1.0%, had no difference in final refractive errors 10 to 20 years after treatment. Taking short-term topical atropine eye drops ...

Children should have a refraction test at least once between the ages of 3 and 5. From 6 years of age, a child should have an annual test. If you currently wear prescription glasses or contact ...

The Nigeria Optometrist Association, NOA, have identified uncorrected refraction error as one of the most common eye challenges affecting children all over the globe ...

Other highlights of the meeting came during a morning session on vision screening, amblyopia, and refraction. The new information ranged from further assessments and recommendations on possible ...