title: Common ophthalmologic concerns in infants and children.
abstract: Pediatric ophthalmology differs from adult eye care in many aspects. Some disorders are seen only in children although others may be found in adults as well. A major difference between pediatric and adult ophthalmology is the impact that almost any disorder may have on the developing visual system. This article addresses common pediatric eye disorders and their potential effects on the visually impaired immature child. Referral guidelines and vision screening are also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Children's Hospital of Buffalo, New York, USA.
authors.forename: S E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Olitsky
authors.forename: L B
authors.initials: LB
authors.lastname: Nelson
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000550:Amblyopia; D002386:Cataract; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004948:Esotropia; D005099:Exotropia; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D013285:Strabismus; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy