pediatric eye care

• 4, Feb, 2025.
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Restoring Vision and Hope: Corneal Transplantation in Children The cornea, or the clear, dome-shaped front of the eye, collects and focuses light into the retina. If the cornea becomes damaged as the result of injury, disease, or congenital conditions, then eyesight can be very seriously affected. It is a surgery that replaces the cloudy or […]

• 23, Jan, 2025.
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Strabismus, also known as crossed eyes, is a condition where the eyes don’t align properly, affecting depth perception and potentially leading to amblyopia (lazy eye). This condition affects 2-4% of the global population, with a higher prevalence in children. Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term visual and psychosocial consequences. What are the […]

• 9, Jan, 2025.
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Glaucoma, a condition that damages the optic nerve due to high pressure in the eye. Paediatric glaucoma represents one of the subtle diseases with numerous causative factors, from genetic and developmental anomalies to underlying diseases. It may be present at birth, or infantile or juvenile glaucoma occurs during infancy or childhood. While uncommon, it can […]

• 3, Jan, 2025.
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Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that affects premature babies. It happens when blood vessels in the retina, the back part of the eye responsible for vision, grow abnormally. If left untreated, ROP can lead to vision loss or blindness. Fortunately, there are effective treatments available for ROP. The primary treatment options for […]