Paediatric Services

Squint surgery, also known as strabismus surgery, is a procedure performed to correct the misalignment of the eyes, commonly referred to as squint or strabismus. This condition occurs when the eyes do not look in the same direction and can affect vision and depth perception. The surgery involves adjusting the eye muscles to improve eye coordination and alignment. It is usually done under general anesthesia, especially in children, and aims to restore proper eye alignment for better cosmetic appearance and improved binocular vision. Early treatment can prevent complications like amblyopia (lazy eye) and improve overall visual function.

• Squint (strabismus) is the misalignment of the eyes.
• Surgery corrects eye muscle imbalance to align the eyes properly.
• Usually done under general anesthesia, especially in children.
• Improves cosmetic appearance and binocular vision.
• Helps prevent amblyopia (lazy eye) if treated early.
• May require pre-surgical evaluation and post-surgical follow-up.