Squint Surgery
Insights on Squint Surgery
Best Squint Surgery in Bangalore
Squint surgery (also known as strabismus surgery) is a corrective procedure that aligns mispositioned eyes by adjusting the eye muscles responsible for movement. The surgery involves either recession (weakening) or resection (strengthening) of specific muscles to restore proper eye alignment and improve binocular vision. It is commonly performed on both children and adults and may use local or general anesthesia based on age and severity. At Lions Eye Hospital, we offer the best squint surgery in Bangalore, ensuring expert care, improved coordination, and lasting visual outcomes.
Causes
There are several underlying causes of Squint
- Genetics
- Nerve or Muscle Imbalance
- Vision Problems
- Cerebral Palsy
- Premature Birth
- Head Trauma
- Neurological Disorders
Progression
- Treat Vision Problems Early
- Manage Neurological Conditions
- Patching Therapy
- Eye Muscle Training
- Corrective Lenses
Medical Procedures at Lions Eye Hospital
01.
Recession and Resection Surgery
This is the most common surgery for squint (strabismus), where the muscles responsible for eye movement are adjusted. The procedure involves either weakening (recession) or strengthening (resection) specific muscles to align the eyes properly.
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Adjustable Suture Technique
In this technique, the sutures used to reattach the eye muscles are adjustable after surgery. The position of the muscles can be fine-tuned postoperatively to ensure optimal alignment of the eyes
03.
Muscle Transposition Surgery
This technique involves moving the muscles that control eye movement to a new position, typically used in more complex cases of squint, such as those caused by nerve palsy.
04.
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Injection
In some cases, a less invasive treatment option is injecting Botox into the eye muscle to temporarily weaken it, improving eye alignment. This can be used for small misalignments or as a precursor to surgery.
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Postoperative Care
After squint surgery, patients must follow specific care guidelines, including using eye drops to prevent infection, managing discomfort, and limiting certain activities to ensure proper healing.
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Follow-up Visits
Regular follow-up appointments are essential to monitor the success of the surgery, track eye alignment, and assess vision, ensuring the eyes remain properly aligned and function effectively.