Management of Exotropia
摘要
This chapter discusses the management of comitant exotropiaExotropia (XT) both surgical and non-surgical, as well as the principles of pre-operative assessment and surgical planningSurgical planning. Intermittent ExotropiaIntermittent exotropia [X(T)] is by far the most common type of exodeviation encountered in practicePractice and will be the primary focus in this chapter. Evaluation of the level of motor and sensorySensory control, careful pre-operative assessment to avoid re operation, and managing over and under correctionsUnder correction are vital to the success of surgerySurgery. Associations such as AHP (abnormal head postureAbnormal head posture), various alphabetical patterns and DVD/DHD (Dissociated vertical deviation/ Dissociated horizontal deviation) need to be addressed and managed accordingly. Other forms of exotropiaExotropia will be briefly covered at the end of the chapter.