Journal of AAPOS : the official publication of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Journal of AAPOS : the official publication of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
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The latest articles summarized from Journal of AAPOS : the official publication of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.
Postoperative syphilitic scleritis following strabismus surgery
Jun 12, 2026
The authors aim to highlight the rare occurrence of syphilitic scleritis following strabismus surgery, a condition not previously documented in this context. They present a case of a 77-year-old man who developed necrotizing scleritis post-surgery, which improved significantly after treatment for latent syphilis, emphasizing the need for awareness of this potential complication.
Initial postoperative alignment versus long-term outcomes in intermittent exotropia surgery
May 27, 2026
The authors aimed to determine whether immediate postoperative esodeviation is linked to better long-term outcomes in children undergoing surgery for intermittent exotropia (IXT). Their analysis revealed that a 1-week postoperative alignment of greater than 7Δ esodeviation significantly reduced the rate of motor recurrence over eight years, although it was associated with a slight increase in problematic esotropia. Overall, achieving a greater degree of esodeviation shortly after surgery appears to correlate with improved long-term success in IXT treatment.
Posterior microphthalmia related to PRSS56 variants in a Saudi cohort: a longitudinal study of visual function
May 25, 2026
The authors aimed to investigate the clinical, genetic, and long-term visual function characteristics of patients with posterior microphthalmia (PM) in a Saudi cohort. Their study revealed consistent PM features, stable best-corrected visual acuity over time, and identified pathogenic PRSS56 variants, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and genetic testing in managing this condition, particularly in consanguineous populations.
Ocular findings and long-term outcomes in pediatric abusive head trauma
May 24, 2026
This study aimed to characterize ocular and systemic findings in pediatric abusive head trauma and identify predictors of long-term visual and developmental outcomes. The researchers found that disk pallor, skull fractures, and long bone fractures were significant predictors of poor visual outcomes, while vitrectomy did not improve visual results compared to observation. Overall, the findings highlight the severe ocular implications of abusive head trauma in young children.