Review paper

How often are spectacles prescribed to “normal” preschool children?

Volume: 8, Issue: 3, Pages: 224 - 229
Published: Jun 1, 2004
Abstract
IntroductionLegislation to require formal eye examination prior to school entry is being considered in several states and is supported by optical trade organizations. Pediatric ophthalmologists cite anecdotal cases that suggest children receive spectacles unnecessarily, but data to support this are lacking.MethodsEye examination results from children referred to local eye doctors following a statewide preschool photoscreening program were...
Paper Details
Title
How often are spectacles prescribed to “normal” preschool children?
Published Date
Jun 1, 2004
Volume
8
Issue
3
Pages
224 - 229
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