Abstract
Although it is common for pediatric ophthalmologists to provide medical and surgical eye care for children with visual impairment, a treatment algorithm that addresses vision rehabilitation concerns is needed. Distance and near access to the visual environment is critical for children to acquire literacy skills. Defining all aspects of the child’s comprehensive visual function combined with referral for appropriate educational placement and programming provides the child with the best opportunity to function independently in the classroom and at home. Knowledge of basic magnification devices is a useful adjunct to any pediatric ophthalmology practice.
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Lusk, K., Schwartz, T.L. (2016). Management of Vision Impairment in Children. In: Traboulsi, E., Utz, V. (eds) Practical Management of Pediatric Ocular Disorders and Strabismus. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-2745-6_68
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