Can surgery be performed for monocular amblyopia?

Monocular amblyopia usually does not require surgery and can be improved through conservative treatments such as optical correction and occlusion therapy. Only in rare cases where amblyopia is caused by organic lesions might surgical correction of the underlying condition be necessary. If symptoms such as decreased vision or blurred vision occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly for accurate diagnosis.

Monocular amblyopia is mostly caused by factors such as refractive errors, anisometropia, or strabismus, with the core issue being insufficient clear visual stimulation during the critical period of visual development. In such cases, correcting refractive problems with appropriate glasses, combined with patching the healthy eye to force the use of the amblyopic eye, can promote visual function development without the need for surgical intervention.

However, if monocular amblyopia is caused by organic conditions such as congenital cataracts or ptosis, these abnormalities block light entry and interfere with normal visual development. In such instances, surgery is required first to remove the obstructive factor, followed by postoperative optical correction and visual training to effectively improve amblyopia symptoms.

In daily life, it is important to ensure adequate visual activity for the amblyopic eye, avoid prolonged screen time, have regular vision check-ups, maintain a balanced diet rich in vitamins and lutein, and adopt proper reading and writing postures to support visual function recovery.