How is hypertropia/hypotropia treated?
Disease description:
Recently, the child has consistently tilted their head while looking at objects. A hospital examination revealed vertical strabismus (i.e., upward or downward misalignment of the eyes). How is vertical strabismus treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen You
Vertical strabismus is treated surgically. Strabismus surgery involves manually repositioning the extraocular muscles to correct eye alignment. Vertical misalignment significantly impairs visual development—particularly binocular stereopsis—especially in children. Therefore, timely surgical intervention is essential for vertical strabismus.
