Hereditary Ophthalmic Paediatric Disorders Evaluation Clinic comes up in Aravind Eye Hospital
Aravind Eye Hospital has launched a new Hereditary Ophthalmic Paediatric Disorders Evaluation (HOPE) Clinic equipped with advanced electrophysiology technology. The clinic aims to diagnose genetic eye conditions in children and provide family counseling.
Why it matters
The clinic improves access to specialized genetic eye care and diagnostic services for pediatric patients.
The Aravind Eye Hospital, pioneers in ophthalmology, has established here a Hereditary Ophthalmic Paediatric Disorders Evaluation (HOPE) Clinic and Electro Physiology Department with state-of-the-art equipment.
Corporation Commissioner Monika Rana, a medical doctor, inaugurated on Friday the HOPE Clinic and Electrophysiology Department with Electroretinography, Electrooculography and Visual Evoked Potential eye testing equipment.
Paediatric Ophthalmologist of Aravind Eye Hospital A. Fathima said many eye diseases affecting children are hereditary and hundreds of genes have been identified as causes for genetic eye disorders. Even when standard eye examination results are inconclusive, genetic testing helps confirm the diagnosis.
This also facilitates counselling for families regarding hereditary risks and assists in family planning.
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