Current Concepts of Amblyopia: A Neuro-Ophthalmology Perspective

Abstract

Amblyopia can be defined as a developmental disorder in which there is a deficit in visual acuity that cannot be improved by refractive correction and that has no detectable organic cause. It has been recognized as a clinical entity for over 300 years. Amblyopia can no longer be considered a single clinical entity, many subtypes having been recognized.^1–9 Early detection and treatment may result in positive outcomes in some subtypes, but others, if not detected early, are not responsive to treatment.

• amblyopia
• strabismus
• strabismic amblyopia
• anisometropia
• anisometropic amblyopia
• contrast sensitivity