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  • Trigonocephaly, a condition affecting the shape of the head, is linked to poorer visual outcomes in children, but its impact on orthoptic issues post-visual development is unclear.
  • A study assessed 78 non-syndromic trigonocephaly patients aged 8 and older, finding a significant prevalence of refractive errors and other visual abnormalities compared to healthy peers.
  • Results indicated trigonocephaly patients have a much higher risk for issues like hyperopia, amblyopia, and strabismus, suggesting the need for regular eye screenings and long-term monitoring by specialists.
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