26 Superior Oblique Surgical Techniques
Irene Ludwig, Monte Stavis, and Donny Suh Summary The superior oblique tendon is approached at its insertion in the superotemporal quadrant, or at its ropelike tendon superonasally, adjacent to the…
25 The Inferior Oblique: Surgical Techniques
David Stager Jr. and David Stager Sr. Summary Inferior oblique weakening procedures presented in this chapter include chemodenervation, disinsertion, various myotomies, recessions, myectomy, nasal myectomy, anterior transposition, anterior nasal transposition,…
24 Plications and Tucks
Monte A. Del Monte Summary The surgical treatment of strabismus usually involves three types of procedures, which can be performed on rectus muscles or oblique muscles. Classical procedures involve variations…
22 Strabismus Surgical Instrumentation
John E. Bishop Summary This chapter describes the basic and specialty instruments used in strabismus surgery. Included are discussions of specula, forceps, hooks, retractors, calipers, and needle holders. strabismus –…
21 Anesthesia for Strabismus Surgery
Rebecca Lee and Frederick M. Wang Summary Individualizing anesthesia choices for strabismus surgery based on patient considerations leads to a better and safer patient experience, improved surgical outcome, and a…
