Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Addisu Teshome
Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the rates, types and characteristics of visual disorders in children diagnosed with congenital ptosis. Methods: An institution based cross sectional study was conducted for children with congenital ptosis aged 6 months to 16 years between October 2020 and September 2021 using an interviewer administered structured questionnaire. Data was collected including age at the time of presentation, sex, ethnicity, laterality and severity of ptosis and types of visual disorders. Statistical analysis was performed to determine any significant associations between the severity of congenital ptosis and the occurrence of visual disorders. Results: We enrolled 63 children with congenital ptosis, mean age was 5.86 years (SD ± 4.3). The overall rate of visual disorders consisted of amblyopia was 23.8%; strabismus was 19.7%; refractive errors were 41.3%. Male and unilateral ptosis was predominating among children with visual disorders. Family history was observed in 53.3% amblyopia, 42.3% strabismus and 58.3% refractive error. Furthermore, a significant association was found between the severity of congenital ptosis and the occurrence of amblyopia (p<0.05). Conclusion: Visual disorders including amblyopia, strabismus and refractive errors in children with congenital ptosis are common, early detection and appropriate intervention is importance. Family history was observed. Amblyopia was associated with severity of ptosis. Effective strategies for the management and treatment of visual disorders in children with congenital ptosis are recommended
Published Date: 2025-01-09;