Table 6.
Studies showing the successful results and limitation of adduction after various procedures for esotropia
| Authors | Method of surgery | Rang of deviation (PD) | Success rate (%) | Limitation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson et al.15 | BMR rec 6-7 mm | 55-75 | 80 | Not mentioned |
| Assaf et al.35 | BMR rec ≥6.5 | 50-70 | 50 | 29% |
| Vroman et al.19 | BMR rec 6.5-7 mm | 50-70 | 75 | No patient |
| Damanakis et al.18 | BMR rec 8 mm | 80-90 | 75 | No patient |
| Szmyd et al.36 | BMR rec 6-7 mm | 50-70 | 91 | Not mentioned |
| Gigante and Bicas20 | MR rec 6-10/LR res 8-10 | 50-70 | 60 | Few patients |
| Current study | BMR rec 6-8 mm | 65-90 | 52 | 8.80% |
| Current study | MR rec 7-8.5/LR res 9-10.5 | 65-100 | 50 | 14.20% |
PD: Prism diopter, BMR rec: Bilateral medial rectus recession, MR rec: Medial rectus recession, LR res: Lateral rectus resection