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D M Maino

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PubMed1991

Optometric findings in the fragile X syndrome.

Fragile X syndrome (fra X) is one of the most significant discoveries in the area of mental retardation in the past 2 decades. Although hundreds of articles and two text-books have been written on the subject, only two studies have been published in the ophthalmic literature. This paper provides a brief review of the syndrome and reports on the ocular findings of 30 subjects with this genetic abnormality. We found that 30% of the subjects exhibited strabismus. Of those with strabismus, 70% were esotropes. Fifty-nine percent of the eyes evaluated (N = 58) showed hyperopia of +1.00 D or greater, 17% myopia of -1.00 D or greater, and 22% had at least 1.00 D of astigmatism. Major ocular health abnormalities were not identified in any of our subjects. The optometrist, as the primary eye care provider, should diagnose and treat these oculo-visual dysfunctions.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1990

Mental retardation syndromes with associated ocular defects.

The mentally handicapped represent up to six million individuals who require the eye and vision care the optometrist can provide. Few of these individuals, however, ever receive this care. This paper reviews the pertinent aspects of each of these syndromes and briefly describes the associated oculo-visual anomalies that are frequently seen. The optometric clinician should actively participate in the primary health care needs of children and adults diagnosed as having mental retardation.

Cerebral Palsy↗
PubMed1990

Ocular anomalies in fragile X syndrome.

Fragile X (fra[X]) syndrome is a newly discovered, but relatively common, genetic disorder with an estimated frequency of 1:1000. Several ocular dysfunctions may be associated with this syndrome, but there are few articles that fully report on these. A review of this genetic disorder is provided, as well as a discussion of a case review of a family with three siblings with fragile X syndrome. Since this disorder is the most common familial cause of mental retardation, is second only to Down's syndrome as a genetic cause for mental retardation, and may play a significant role in learning disabilities, the eye care practitioner should be aware of its importance.

Adult↗
PubMed1989

Poland-Möbius syndrome: a case report.

The Poland-Möbius syndrome is a combination of two rare congenital syndromes with an estimated prevalence of 1:500,000. It is characterized by a nonprogressive bilateral facial paralysis, the inability of the eyes to abduct beyond the midline, orofacial anomalies, limb deficiencies, and an absence or hypoplasia of the pectoral muscles.

Child, Preschool↗
PubMed1987

The mentally handicapped patient: a perspective.

The patient exhibiting decreased cognitive abilities (mental retardation) requires full scope optometric care, but may often receive little or no vision care whatsoever. This paper will provide the optometrist with a review of the history of exceptionality, Public Law 94-142, the educational classification of mental retardation, and various examination techniques appropriate for this population. The optometrist should contribute his/her knowledge and skill as a member of the patient's rehabilitation team and provide those services required by this unique population.

Humans↗
PubMed1985

Microcomputer mediated visual developmental and perceptual therapy.

There are currently few computer programs written by optometrists for optometrists to be utilized as methods of treatment for those patients with deficits in the areas of developmental vision and perception. This paper reviews educational and commercially available programs that with certain modifications may meet the therapeutic needs of our patients.

Child↗