Congenital cataract screening
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Congenital Cataract Screening
Congenital cataract is a leading cause of visual deprivation which can damage the developing visual system of a child; therefore early diagnosis, management and long-term follow-up are essential. It is recommended that all neonates be screened by red reflex examination at birth and suspected cases be referred to ophthalmic centers. Early surgery (<6 weeks of age, based on general neonatal healt...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Ophthalmic and Vision Research
سال: 2016
ISSN: 2008-322X
DOI: 10.4103/2008-322x.188389