Squint Surgery

Vision in each eye, the angle of deviation in all positions of gaze, eye movements, and whether the two eyes can be made to work together. In acquired cases — after injury, stroke, thyroid disease or nerve palsy — the cause is established first, and surgery is timed once the condition is stable. Prism glasses and, in some cases, an injection that temporarily weakens an eye muscle are alternatives or preliminaries to surgery; they are discussed where relevant.

The muscles that move the eye are repositioned to realign it. In adults the procedure is performed under local anaesthesia with sedation or under general anaesthesia. Where precision is critical, adjustable sutures allow the alignment to be fine-tuned after the operation while the patient is awake. Duration 45–90 minutes; discharge the same day.

Strabismus that has recurred or was over-corrected after previous surgery is a specific and more demanding problem: scarring changes the anatomy, and the previous operative notes are valuable. Dr. Barinova's practice includes complex and revision strabismus in adults.

Redness and grittiness for one to two weeks; desk work within a few days. Risks include under- or over-correction, persistent or new double vision, infection, and the need for further surgery. Individual results vary and are discussed at the consultation.

Consultation: AED 1,100. The cost of surgery is confirmed in writing after the assessment. Double vision and acquired strabismus are medical conditions; coverage depends on the insurer.