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(H50.3) Intermittent heterotropia
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1 541 108 in individuals diagnosis intermittent heterotropia confirmed
Diagnosis intermittent heterotropia is diagnosed Women are 0.71% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis intermittent heterotropia
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Women receive the diagnosis intermittent heterotropia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease intermittent heterotropia - Men and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features intermittent heterotropia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Intermittent heterotropia - what does this mean
Intermittent heterotropia is a condition in which the eyes are not aligned properly and alternate between a crossed and uncrossed state. it is caused by a lack of coordination between the muscles that control eye movement, resulting in an inability to maintain alignment.
What happens during the disease - intermittent heterotropia
Intermittent heterotropia is a type of strabismus where one eye turns in or out intermittently. this condition is usually caused by an imbalance in the muscles that control eye movement, which can be due to a variety of factors such as genetics, trauma, or neurological problems. it can also be caused by a lack of coordination between the two eyes, which can lead to a misalignment of the eyes. if left untreated, intermittent heterotropia can lead to amblyopia, or lazy eye, and can cause long-term vision problems.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Comprehensive eye exam
- Visual acuity test
- Cover test
- Refraction test
- Retinoscopy
- Ocular motility test
- Slit-lamp examination
- Funduscopic examination
- Pupillary reflex test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the amount of heterotropia and improve patient's vision.
- Administering eye drops to reduce inflammation
- Performing vision therapy exercises to strengthen the eye muscles
- Prescribing prism lenses for correcting the eye misalignment
- Using vision patches to force the weaker eye to work
- Undergoing surgery to realign the eyes
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Intermittent heterotropia - Prevention
Intermittent heterotropia can be prevented by early detection and treatment of strabismus. regular eye exams for children should be encouraged, and any signs of strabismus should be addressed as soon as possible. if strabismus is detected early, corrective eyeglasses, vision therapy, and/or surgery may be used to treat the condition and prevent intermittent heterotropia.