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Deviasi Vertikal

Dissociated vertical deviation (DVD) is a condition where one eye drifts upward. DVD typically develops between ages 2-3 in children with early onset strabismus or a poorly seeing eye. It can also occur after eye muscle surgery. DVD may affect vision by causing amblyopia if not treated with glasses, patching, or eye drops during childhood. Eye muscle surgery is usually needed to minimize the frequency of upward drifting, though DVD may still occur after treatment. Eye exercises do not help DVD.

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Deviasi Vertikal

Dissociated vertical deviation (DVD) is a condition where one eye drifts upward. DVD typically develops between ages 2-3 in children with early onset strabismus or a poorly seeing eye. It can also occur after eye muscle surgery. DVD may affect vision by causing amblyopia if not treated with glasses, patching, or eye drops during childhood. Eye muscle surgery is usually needed to minimize the frequency of upward drifting, though DVD may still occur after treatment. Eye exercises do not help DVD.

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American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and
Strabismus

Dissociated Vertical Deviation
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What is Dissociated Vertical Deviation (DVD)?
DVD is a condition in which one eye drifts upward [See figure 1]. The eye may drift upward either frequently or
infrequently. The amount of drifting may even vary during the course of the day. DVD may be present in one or
both eyes. It is possible that the up drift in either eye is unequal.
When and why does DVD occur?
DVD is not typically seen at birth and usually becomes obvious by 2-3 years of age. Occurrence is highest in
those with early onset strabismus (misalignment of the eyes). It also can occur with a poorly seeing eye. DVD is
highly correlated with poor fusion (decreased use of the eyes binocularly). DVD may also develop after eye
muscle surgery for strabismus. Children with good fusion have less chance of developing DVD.
Does DVD affect visual acuity?
DVD can affect vision. Since the image from the upward deviated eye is suppressed or blocked, a type of
decreased visual acuity, known as amblyopia, may occur during childhood. Amblyopia is treated with glasses,
eye patching, or eye drops. If amblyopia is not treated in early childhood, the decreased vision can be
permanent.
What treatment options are there for DVD?
Eye muscle surgery is usually indicated when the DVD is large and/or frequently present. The goal of treatment is
to minimize the frequency of the upward drift. In some cases, even after treatment, the DVD may still be seen.
What does someone with DVD see when their eye drifts up?
Blurred or double vision is usually not noticed when the eye drifts upward. The visual system suppresses or
blocks the vision in the eye that drifts upward.
Do eye exercises help DVD?
Eye exercises do not help DVD

Last Updated 3/2014

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