Determinants of Effective Patch Therapy in Intermittent Exotropia Patients: A Retrospective Case-Control Analysis - Report - MDSpire

Determinants of Effective Patch Therapy in Intermittent Exotropia Patients: A Retrospective Case-Control Analysis

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  • Jee Hyun Jeong

  • Se Youp Lee

  • Dong Cheol Lee

  • April 11, 2026

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Determinants of Effective Patch Therapy in Intermittent Exotropia Patients

Overview

Expand on the specific patient characteristics that may influence patch therapy outcomes.

Background

Intermittent exotropia (IXT) is the most prevalent form of strabismus among children, particularly in the Asian population. Effective management of IXT is crucial to prevent long-term visual impairment and to enhance binocular function. While various treatment options exist, including patching therapy, the optimal duration and patient characteristics for successful outcomes remain inadequately defined.

Data Highlights

ParameterValue
Number of Patients277
Age RangeUnder 10 years
Duration of Patch TherapyAt least 3 months
Follow-up DurationAt least 1 year

Key Findings

Incorporate specific statistics or percentages to substantiate claims about success rates.

Clinical Implications

Clinicians should consider individual patient characteristics, such as deviation angle and stereoacuity, when recommending patch therapy for IXT. Monitoring adherence to patching and adjusting treatment duration may enhance the likelihood of successful outcomes.

Conclusion

The study underscores the importance of identifying patient-specific factors that can influence the effectiveness of patch therapy in managing intermittent exotropia, highlighting the need for tailored treatment approaches.

References

  1. Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital, 2023 -- Determinants of Effective Patch Therapy in Intermittent Exotropia Patients
  2. Optometric Management — Amblyopia Treatment Extends Past Preschool Years
  3. Ophthalmology Management — Study Shows CureSight’s Superiority Over Patching
  4. Optometric Management — A Primary Care Guide for Treating Amblyopia
  5. Contact Lens Spectrum — Controlling Strabismus with Contact Lenses
  6. Amblyopia Treatment Extends Past Preschool Years
  7. Study Shows CureSight’s Superiority Over Patching
  8. A Primary Care Guide for Treating Amblyopia
  9. Intermittent Exotropia - StatPearls
  10. A randomized clinical trial of full-time alternate patching therapy for intermittent exotropia in children - Drexel University
  11. Surgical Approach and Reoperation Risk in Intermittent Exotropia in the IRIS Registry | External Eye Disease | JAMA Ophthalmology | JAMA Network

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Determinants of Effective Patch Therapy in Intermittent Exotropia Patients: A Retrospective Case-Control Analysis

  • by Jee Hyun Jeong, Se Youp Lee, Dong Cheol Lee

  • April 11, 2026

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