title: Diagnosis and management of strabismus and amblyopia.
abstract: Strabismus and amblyopia are among the most common eye problems encountered in children. Proper assessment and management require a knowledge of the various types, methods of detection, and principles of treatment. The role of the pediatrician is emphasized because of the importance of early detection.
mesh_terms: D000010:Abducens Nerve; D000550:Amblyopia / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003389:Cranial Nerve Diseases / Q000150:complications; D005139:Eyeglasses; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D009802:Oculomotor Nerve; D013285:Strabismus / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014321:Trochlear Nerve