Amblyopia: Definition and Characteristics
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What is the primary risk associated with the treatment of amblyopia in the unaffected eye?

The probability of the appearance of amblyopia in the initially good eye.

What is the purpose of partial occlusion in the treatment of amblyopia?

To maintain equilibrium between both eyes after total occlusion.

What is the principle behind optical penalization in the treatment of amblyopia?

To put the dominant eye in a disadvantageous condition, favoring the amblyopic eye.

What is the effect of daily instillation of atropine with negative glasses in total penalization?

<p>The image appears small and imprecise, prompting the infant to use the amblyopic eye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of optical penalization compared to occlusion?

<p>It allows the penalized eye to change its displacement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does penalization for distance work in the treatment of amblyopia?

<p>A convex lens is placed in front of the emmetropic eye, rendering it myopic for distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum visual acuity required for the amblyopic eye to benefit from penalization for distance?

<p>6/10.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to monitor the treatment of amblyopia closely?

<p>To avoid amblyopia in the other eye, especially with optical penalization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does total occlusion differ from partial occlusion in the treatment of amblyopia?

<p>Total occlusion is used first, followed by partial occlusion to maintain equilibrium between both eyes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of treatment in amblyopia?

<p>To promote the use of the amblyopic eye and improve its visual acuity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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