Factors Affecting The Outcome Of Congenital Esotropia Surgery.

A twenty-two year old white male presented to the Ferris State University Optometry Clinic for a routine examination. Ocular history included two extraocular muscle surgeries at the age of two for congenital esotropia. Previous therapy included patching at the age of five. Medical history included asthma and environmental allergies. This particular case of congenital esotropia was closely analyzed at the clinic because of the noteworthy monocular visual acuities of 20/20 or better following early surgical correction. A literature study was then undertaken to investigate the variables
affecting cosmetic and functional success with surgery for congenital esotropia. The primary purpose was to evaluate which factors enhance the prognosis for achieving a functional cure. A brief discussion of the optometrist's role in managing congenital esotropia cases has also been included.