Exotropia

Synonym(s): Divergent Strabismus

Definition: Lateral deviation outside the EYE (as opposed to ESOTROPIA, where the deviation is medial).

Additional information for professionals: This deviation forms DIVERGENT STRABISM and results in the non-perception of one of the images of both eyes or, conversely, DIPLOPIA. It is rarer than ESOTROPIA and appears following strong MYOPIA (most frequently), AMBLYOPIA or due to central involvement.

Hierarchical classification:

• Diseases of the nervous system
• Cranial nerve diseases
• Ocular motility disorders
• Strabismus
• Exotropia