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Abstract
Objective To present a structured approach for an outpatient consultation for a child with developmental disability who may have an ocular or visual disorder.
Method Review of relevant literature and description of the approach to ocular and visual assessment which could be used by any paediatrician.
Conclusion A systematic approach to history, observation and examination of a child with a developmental disability will assist in identifying a possible visual problem. A structured referral letter will ensure that the child will receive the most appropriate assessment to clarify the problem and appropriate management in the eye clinic.
- Neurodisability
- Visual disorder
- Ocular disorder
- Vision impairment
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Contributors Both authors have contributed equally to drafting and revising this article and responding to the reviewers comments.
Competing interests None declared.
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Provenance and peer review Commissioned; externally peer reviewed.