Pediatric Opthalmology Treatment in India
About Pediatric Opthalmology
Key Highlights
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Specialized care tailored to the developing visual system of children.Early intervention can prevent permanent vision loss and support normal development.Utilizes child-friendly examination techniques and equipment to reduce anxiety.Addresses a wide range of conditions from common refractive errors to complex congenital disorders.Often involves a multidisciplinary approach with pediatricians and other specialists.
Who is this surgery for?
- Strabismus (crossed or wandering eyes).
- Suspected or diagnosed amblyopia (lazy eye).
- Congenital eye conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, or ptosis (droopy eyelid).
- Excessive tearing or discharge from the eyes.
- Abnormal eye alignment or movement noticed by parents or pediatrician.
- Failure to meet visual developmental milestones.
- Complaints of blurred vision, headaches, or squinting.
- History of prematurity or family history of significant childhood eye disease.
How to prepare
- A detailed medical and birth history will be taken, including any family history of eye problems.
- The ophthalmologist will explain the exam or procedure in an age-appropriate way to the child.
- For surgical procedures, preoperative blood tests and a physical exam may be required.
- Parents will receive instructions regarding fasting (NPO) if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Discuss all current medications and allergies with the doctor.
- Prepare the child by talking positively about the visit to the 'eye doctor'.
Risks & possible complications
- General anesthesia risks (for surgical procedures), including respiratory issues or adverse reactions.
- Infection or bleeding at the surgical site.
- Over-correction or under-correction of the initial problem (e.g., in strabismus surgery).
- Double vision, which is often temporary.
- Scarring.
- Need for additional procedures.
- Rarely, loss of vision.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-operative care is tailored to the specific procedure. For exams, there is typically no downtime.
- After surgery, eye drops or ointments are prescribed to prevent infection and reduce inflammation.
- Children may need to wear an eye patch or shield, especially while sleeping.
- Activities like swimming or rough play may be restricted for a few weeks.
- Follow-up appointments are critical to monitor healing and visual outcomes.
- Parents are instructed to watch for signs of infection (increased redness, pain, or discharge) and report them immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
Varies from same-day (for exams) to 2-6 weeks (for major surgery)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pediatric opthalmology in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pediatric opthalmology in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pediatric opthalmology. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pediatric opthalmology compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pediatric Opthalmology in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pediatric opthalmology.
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Ophthalmologists for Pediatric Opthalmology
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform pediatric opthalmology and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 22 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road
- 28 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 6 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 39 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 37 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 29 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 29 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 24 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 24 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 24 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 21 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 20 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 16 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 13 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 11 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 10 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 21 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 10 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 17 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal
- 18 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Ranchi