A coloboma is diagnosed by a thorough eye examination by an ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.).
The ophthalmologist will use an ophthalmoscope to examine the inside of a baby’s eyes. When a child is old enough to express himself, other tests, such as a visual acuity test, can be conducted to assess how vision may be affected.
Image reproduced, with permission, from Holds JB, Basic and Clinical Science Course, Section 7, American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2011-2012.
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