Smita Kapoor

Smita Kapoor
Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore,
India

Publications
  • Research Article
    Retrospective Analysis of Combined Cataract and Strabismus Correction in Adult Population

    Author(s): Smita Kapoor, Prabu VR, Udayakumar S and Dukale SSmita Kapoor, Prabu VR, Udayakumar S and Dukale S

    Purpose: To study the effectiveness of combined cataract and strabismus correction in adults. Methods: A retrospective study involving 100 patients who underwent cataract extraction combined with strabismus correction was done. The patients were divided into 2 groups based on measurement of angle of strabismus. Group 1 included cases measuring 60 Prism Diopter. Results: The results were analyzed based on motor alignment and visual outcome. Good motor alignment (20/40 was achieved in 91% of patients. There was no statistical difference in BCVA between the two groups. No serious complications were seen post-operatively. Conclusion: Strabismus correction in adults is very effective as it is more than a cosmetic correction. It not only adds to patient satisfaction but also improves their qual.. View More»

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