What Are the Challenges of Keratometry in Pediatric Patients?
Several challenges can arise when performing keratometry in pediatric patients:
Cooperation: Young children may not cooperate fully, making it difficult to obtain accurate measurements. Anxiety: The procedure can be daunting, causing anxiety that can interfere with the process. Movement: Children may have difficulty staying still, which is essential for accurate measurements.
To overcome these challenges, pediatricians and optometrists often use child-friendly techniques and devices, and they may employ distraction methods or explain the procedure in a way that is understandable and reassuring to the child.
