Occlu-Pad in the Treatment of Refractive Amblyopia in Children: a Comparative Analysis of the Effectiveness of an Innovative Device-Based Method
Abstract
Objective. To evaluate clinical effectiveness of the innovative device-based method for treating amblyopia in children using the «Occlu-pad» (Japan).
Material and methods. A total of 124 patients (178 eyes) diagnosed with refractive amblyopia were examined and treated. The patients were divided into two groups equal by sex, age, and clinical characteristics, depending on the treatment method. Group 1 included 68 patients (96 eyes) treated with the «Occlu-pad» device. Group 2 consisted of 56 patients (82 eyes) treated with the «Amblyotron» system.
Results. Both groups demonstrated statistically significant improvement in the maximum corrected visual acuity (MCVA). No significant differences in efficacy were found between the groups, indicating comparable effectiveness of the two treatment approaches. However, the «Occlu-pad» device was more convenient for younger children due to its gamified therapy format and the ability to easily monitor treatment compliance.
Conclusion. The «Occlu-pad» device-based method for treating refractive amblyopia in children shows clinical effectiveness comparable to the traditional «Amblyotron» system, while offering additional advantages in terms of comfort and usability.
About the Authors
A. F. Yusupov
Республиканский специализированный научно-практический медицинский центр микрохирургии глаза
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
M. Kh. Karimova
Республиканский специализированный научно-практический медицинский центр микрохирургии глаза
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
S. O. Nazirova
Республиканский специализированный научно-практический медицинский центр микрохирургии глаза
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Yusupov A.F., Karimova M.Kh., Nazirova S.O. Occlu-Pad in the Treatment of Refractive Amblyopia in Children: a Comparative Analysis of the Effectiveness of an Innovative Device-Based Method. Bashkortostan Medical Journal. 2025;20(2):17-21. (In Russ.)
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