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A—Valentines. B.—Mayesbrook. C—Manford Way.
926 complete pairs of spectacles were provided, some of these being
renewals after breakages. In addition, in 290 cases the lenses of spectacles
were replaced or repairs of frames were carried out.
Mr. H. J. R. Thorne, M.B., B.S., D.O., D.O.M.S,, the Ophthalmic
Surgeon at Valentines Ophthalmic Clinic, makes the following report:—
"The majority of children were seen because of defective vision
in one or both eyes, usually detected during routine school medical
examinations, and due to refractive errors. Of these cases, a not inconsiderable
number also had a squint.
In addition many cases of true or apparent squint were referred
for examination, advice and treatment.
All these cases are seen at regular intervals and kept under
observation as necessary throughout their school life.
A much smaller number of cases was seen because of:—
(i) Congenital abnormalities of the eyes and adnexae.
(ii) Acute inflammatory, infective, allergic and traumatic
affections of the eyes.
Partially sighted (or blind) children—fortunately few in number—
were seen at regular intervals, reported on (on Form B.D.8) and advice
given as to schooling and treatment.
Good liaison is maintained with various London Eye Hospitals to
which cases were referred as necessary for operation (e.g., for squint)
or further detailed (hospital) examination and investigation.
The provision of an Orthoptist now established and working at the
Orthoptic Clinic at Mayesbrook on three days a week has been a great
asset. This enables the necessary full treatment and observation ot
squint cases to be satisfactorily carried out and is working quite
smoothly.
Arrangements for the fitting and supply of spectacles have been
satisfactory."