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Squint (Strabismus) Evaluation & Surgical Correction

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and precise extraocular muscle realignment surgery for children and adults experiencing crossed or wandering eyes.

Call Desk: 097393 02523

Understanding the Condition

Strabismus (commonly known as squint) is a condition where the two eyes are not properly aligned with each other. One eye may turn inward (esotropia), outward (exotropia), upward (hypertropia), or downward (hypotropia). Beyond aesthetic appearance, strabismus impairs depth perception (3D vision) and can cause amblyopia in children or disruptive double vision (diplopia) in adults.

Common Symptoms & Clinical Signs

Noticeable inward or outward turning of one or alternating eyes

Double vision (diplopia), especially common in adult-onset squint

Head tilting or chin elevation to maintain single, aligned vision

Lack of depth perception, causing clumsy movements or difficulty catching balls

Eye strain and visual fatigue when reading or working on close tasks

Diagnostic Evaluation & Pre-Treatment Workup

Prior to recommending any surgical or medical protocol, patients undergo objective diagnostic testing in our specialized suites:

Prism Bar Cover Tests (PBCT) to quantify the precise angle of deviation in all gaze directions
Cycloplegic refraction to rule out accommodative esotropia (squint corrected solely with glasses)
Ocular motility testing to evaluate individual extraocular muscle function and paresis
Synoptophore and stereoscopic tests to measure binocular vision and fusion potential

Available Treatment Options & Procedures

01.

Accommodative Refractive Correction

Prescription of specialized convex lenses that relieve excessive convergence effort, completely straightening the eyes in accommodative squints.

Clinical Benefit: Completely non-surgical correction for suitable cases.

02.

Extraocular Muscle Realignment Surgery

Microsurgical adjustment of the eye muscles (recession to weaken an overacting muscle or resection to strengthen an underacting muscle).

Clinical Benefit: Restores anatomical eye alignment, improves visual fields, and enhances cosmetic confidence.

03.

Orthoptic & Vision Therapy

Specialized eye exercises designed to improve binocular fusion and convergence amplitudes.

Clinical Benefit: Helps maintain alignment in intermittent exotropia and convergence weakness.

Patient Candidacy & Contraindications

Suitable Candidates:

✓ Children with constant or progressive strabismus not corrected by glasses alone
✓ Adults with long-standing or newly acquired squints seeking functional alignment or aesthetic symmetry
✓ Patients suffering from adult-onset double vision caused by nerve palsies or trauma (after stabilization)

Clinical Limitations / Pre-Screening:

✕ Acute, newly developed squints in adults require neurological investigation to rule out systemic or intracranial causes before surgical intervention.

Recovery Timeline & Post-Operative Care

Expected Recovery Timeline: Squint surgery is typically an outpatient procedure; conjunctival redness and mild grittiness resolve within 10 to 14 days.

Key Care Instructions:

Use prescribed antibiotic-steroid combination drops for 2 to 3 weeks
Keep water and soap out of the eyes during the first week
Avoid swimming and dusty environments for 4 weeks

Resumption of Everyday Activities: School and desk duties can be resumed after 4 to 6 days.

Clinical Limitations & Safety Considerations

In accordance with ethical medical practice, no medical procedure carries a guarantee of 100% cure or zero risk. Our ophthalmologists conduct thorough risk-benefit evaluations before every treatment.

• In a small percentage of cases, slight overcorrection or undercorrection may occur, occasionally requiring fine-tuning.
• Adult squint surgery realigns the physical position of the eyes and restores confidence, but may not restore lost depth perception if the squint originated in early infancy.

Questions About Squint & Strabismus

Can squint be corrected in adults, or is it only for children?

Squint surgery can be performed successfully at any age. In adults, it restores proper eye alignment, eliminates abnormal head turns, relieves double vision, and substantially improves social and professional confidence.

Does squint surgery affect eyesight directly?

Squint surgery operates entirely on the muscles situated on the outside of the eyeball; the optical interior of the eye is not entered, making it very safe regarding visual acuity.

Clinical Visit Planning & Pricing Transparency

Consultation Guide, Clinical Evaluation & Quotations

Every eye is unique. Treatment decisions—ranging from therapeutic medical regimens to advanced day-care microsurgeries—depend strictly upon diagnostic measurements, corneal topography, retinal health, and lifestyle requirements rather than standard pre-set packages.

What to Bring to Your Visit

• Current spectacles and existing prescription cards
• Relevant previous eye records or surgical discharge summaries
• Complete list of systemic medications (diabetic/BP records)
• Health insurance TPA card or policy details for cashless review

Factors Influencing the Treatment Pathway

• Diagnostic findings from computerized biometry and scans
• Lens or technology choice (e.g. monofocal, toric, or multifocal)
• Co-existing eye conditions (e.g. glaucoma, macular changes, dry eye)
• Follow-up schedule and customized post-operative medication

Quotation Policy Transparent, Individualized Medical Quotations

Because care is tailored to your clinical assessment, fixed promotional packages are not published online. Contact the hospital for an individual quotation after assessment. Our hospital counselors provide an itemized breakdown of clinical fees, diagnostic workups, and insurance pre-authorization support following your in-person examination.

Where Care is Delivered Across Our Branches

To ensure convenience and uninterrupted continuity of ophthalmic care, Vijaya Eye Hospital delivers clinical services across two dedicated physical centers in Bangalore:

Vijayanagar Main Hospital

Surgical Center

Full outpatient consultations, comprehensive diagnostic workups, and all day-care surgical procedures in sterile modular operation theatres. Includes Neha Opticals dispensary.

MC Layout (Opp. Sarvajna Bus Stop) · Call: 097393 02523

Nagadevanahalli Branch

West Bangalore OPD

Specialist outpatient consultations, computerized diagnostic testing, and pre/post-operative reviews. All surgical procedures are scheduled at our Vijayanagar surgical facility.

Outer Ring Road, Bhuvaneshwari Nagar · Call: 070900 01581

Urgent Care / Emergency Guidance