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Vision

DRAFT:  This information in the Vision section is currently out for review by Pediatric Ophthalmology consultants.

Further Reading

• Anatomy, development, and physiology of the visual system.  Edward DP, Kaufman LM.  Pediatr Clin N Am. 50:1-23, 2003.
• Guidelines for pediatrician referrals to the ophthalmologist.  Friedman LS, Kaufman LM.  Pediatr Clin N Am.  50:411-53, 2003.
• The eye examination in the pediatrician’s office.  Curnyn KM, Kaufman LM.  Pediatr Clin N Am. 50:25-40, 2003. (Excellent illustrations and descriptions of exam techniques.)
• The visually impaired child.  Thompson L, Kaufman LM.  Pediatr Clin N Am.  50:225-239, 2003.
• Pediatric vision screening for the family physician.  Broderick P.  Amer Fam Physician. 58(3):691-700, 1998.
• Commonly missed diagnoses in the childhood eye examination.  Simon JW, Kaw P.  Amer Fam Physician.  64(4):623-628, 2001.
• The eye in childhood.  Mills MD.  Amer Fam Physician.  60(3):907f, 1999.
• The visually impaired child.  Thompson L, Kaufman LM.  Pediatr Clin NA. 50:225-239, 2003.