Strabismus (Crossed or Misaligned Eyes)

Integrated Clinical Care for Strabismus

Loyola Medicine’s ophthalmologists have the skills and expertise to correct crossed or misaligned eyes, a condition called strabismus. Loyola’s ophthalmologists have completed thousands of successful strabismus surgeries and restored patients’ vision and appearance.

Strabismus is an eye muscle imbalance in the six muscles that work together to control each eye. Nearly four in 100 adults have strabismus; in most cases, adults have had strabismus since childhood.

People with strabismus can have an eye that crosses, an eye that drifts outward or upward or lazy eyes. In some cases, strabismus is not readily visible, but it may be the cause of double vision or recurring eye strain.

The condition also can begin in adulthood due to medical conditions such as diabetes, Graves’ disease, myasthenia gravis or a stroke. Occasionally, strabismus develops following surgery performed on or around the eye for other issues such as cataracts or retinal surgery. Corrective treatment allows for:

  • Expanded peripheral vision
  • Improved eye alignment
  • Improvement or restoration of the use of both eyes together
  • Reduced eye fatigue
  • Reduced or eliminated double vision

Additionally, the ability to look others directly in the eyes may be the greatest emotional reward from strabismus correction.

Specialized Ophthalmology Services at Loyola

Loyola’s ophthalmology program provides care for men, women and children of all ages in outstanding, conveniently located facilities. We have multidisciplinary facilities at Loyola University Medical Center, in addition to outpatient services at other locations. We offer the following specialized services to provide you with the most comprehensive care:

  • Neuro-ophthalmology — Our highly experienced neurologists and ophthalmologists provide clinically integrated care for eye conditions that are related to the nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmology, a subspecialty of both neurology and ophthalmology, requires specialized training and expertise in problems of the eye, brain, nerves and muscles.
  • Oculoplastics and orbital surgery — Loyola’s surgeons have advanced training in reconstructive, ophthalmologic and cosmetic eye surgery for the eyelids, eyes, eyebrows, orbital cavity and lacrimal (tear duct) system, as well as the cheeks and forehead.
  • Pediatric ophthalmology — Loyola’s pediatric ophthalmology program is dedicated to diagnosing and treating vision disorders and problems in infants, children and adolescents. We take a multidisciplinary approach to care, bringing together the expertise of pediatric ophthalmologists, pediatric eye surgeons, optometrists, certified orthoptists and certified ophthalmic assistants.
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