Microphthalmia
Also referred as microphthalmos, is a developmental disorder of the eye in which one (unilateral microphthalmia) or both (bilateral microphthalmia) eyes are abnormally small and have anatomic malformations.
Also referred as microphthalmos, is a developmental disorder of the eye in which one (unilateral microphthalmia) or both (bilateral microphthalmia) eyes are abnormally small and have anatomic malformations.
Microphthalmia is a rare (usually genetic) disorder, in which one or both eyes are abnormally small. In microphthalmia the degree of the visual impairment can vary from blindness to diminished vision. Acute microphthalmia can appear to resemble some forms of anophthalmia.
Unfortunately there is no treatment or cure for microphthalmia.
In some cases, ocular prostheses (or artificial eyes) can be used to encourage proper growth of the eye sockets and to help with cosmesis.
We are highly qualified in the fitting of prostheses for children and babies of all ages; in fact we have a high number of patients under the age of 5 years old.
We are adept at treating young patients in our calm and secure environment.
Please feel free to discuss your child’s treatment plan with us.
We manufacture custom-made, individually crafted and hand-painted ocular prosthetics as well as supplying and fitting a range of stock eyes.
To book your consultation please call us on 0861-EYESALIVE (393 725), or 083 263 1026