Amblyopia treatment studies.
OBJECTIVE
Amblyopia continues to be a major cause of vision loss in children. Several different treatment modalities exist. Research in the field of amblyopia has been very active over the past few years, and clinical practice patterns are changing.


RESULTS
Atropine has been found to be effective in the treatment of amblyopia. Less intense patching regimens have been found to be effective as well. Many other aspects of amblyopia therapy are being investigated.


CONCLUSIONS
Herein are current reviews of the major clinical amblyopia studies. Various treatment options are reviewed, and controversies in the field are discussed.
Bacal
Darron A
DA
Eye Physicians & Surgeons, PC, Milford, CT 06460, USA. kideyedoc2002@yahoo.com
D000550:Amblyopia / Q000628:therapy*; D001285:Atropine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D010276:Parasympatholytics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012683:Sensory Deprivation
D010276:Parasympatholytics; D001285:Atropine