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

Sean P. Donahue

doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaapos.2004.05.004

doi.org/10.1016/j.jaapos.2004.05.004

Review paper

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

Sean P. Donahue

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Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus1.20

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...