Abstract
PURPOSE: To alert ophthalmologists of the risk of hyperextending the neck of patients with Down's syndrome while holding them to instill eyedrops. METHOD: We describe a case of atlantoaxial dislocation related to instilling eyedrops in a 6-year-old girl with Down's syndrome. RESULT: Early recognition of the problem allowed prompt treatment and partial recovery of the patient. CONCLUSION: Examination and clinical maneuvers in a child with Down's syndrome require gentleness and avoidance of hyperextension of the neck to prevent spinal cord injury.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 908-910 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | American Journal of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 122 |
Issue number | 6 |
Publication status | Published - 1996 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology