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A—Valentines. B.—Mayesbrook. C—Manford Way.
882 complete pairs of spectacles were provided, some of these being
renewals after breakages. In addition, in 386 cases the lenses of spectacles
were replaced or repairs of frames were carried out.
Mr. H. J. R. Thome, M.B., B.S., D.O., D.O.M.S., the Ophthalmic
Surgeon at Valentines Ophthalmic Clinic, makes the following report:—
" Work at Valentines Ophthalmic Clinic has continued smoothly
and satisfactorily throughout the year and the cases dealt with were
of much the same types as in previous years.
The majority of children were, as in the past, 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) Ocular pathology including congenital cataract (partial or
complete), retinal dystrophy, retinal detachment and inflammatory
affections.
Partially sighted (or blind) children—fortunately few in number—
were seen as required, reported on (on Form B.D.8) and advice given
as to schooling and treatment.
Good co-operation has been obtained from 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 Orthoptist has continued to work at the Orthoptic Clinic at
Mayesbrook on three days a week. This is an indispensable part of a
School Eye Clinic to enable the necessary full treatment and observation
of squint cases (pre- and post-operative) to be satisfactorily
carried out. The Orthoptic Clinic has functioned efficiently.
The arrangements for the fitting and supply of spectacles have,
in the hands of the attending Optician, been satisfactory."