Understand strabismus surgery, the options to discuss with a qualified clinician and what to confirm before planning a visit to Shiraz.
Key points
- Discuss your individual suitability, alternatives and risks with the treating clinician.
- Ask for written preparation and recovery instructions, including your medicines and follow-up.
- Confirm the healthcare facility, full costs and arrangements before booking travel.
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To give you a clear picture of strabismus surgery in Iran, this post is dedicated to all the details you need to know about this surgery, including the procedure, recovery, costs, safety, outcomes and many more.
What is strabismus?
Strabismus, also called ‘crossed eyes‘ or squint, is a permanent deviation of one or both eyes. People with a strabismus eye have the appearance of not looking in a straight direction.
Basically, there are six muscles that have the task of direction control and turning function in the eyes. The problem arises when the person loses control of his or her eye muscles. If any of these muscles fail to function properly, it can cause a squint. As a result, a person’s eyes do not look straight.
Higher levels of strabismus can be caused by a failure in nerves that are responsible for transferring movement signals to the eyes.
In addition to the aforementioned issues, external conditions can also cause this problem. One example is injuries or accidents. Strabismus surgery is a surgical solution to all of these conditions.
What is strabismus surgery?
Strabismus surgery, also referred to as squint surgery, crossed eyes surgery, and eye muscle repair surgery is the surgical treatment of eyes’ misalignment. This procedure is used where non-surgical approaches such as vision therapy, wearing glasses, and prism lenses do not help the situation. In this surgery, one or more eye muscles are manipulated to correct the eye alignment.
Strabismus surgery procedure in Iran
The surgeon keeps the patient’s eyelids open with a speculum. An opening is then made through the conjunctiva to access the muscle. The involved muscle is weakened, strengthened or moved to the intended position. A knot is fastened in place. There are three types strabismus surgery types in terms of the numbers of muscles that are involved:
- One-muscle strabismus surgery (unilateral rectus muscle surgery)
- Two-muscles strabismus surgery (bilateral rectus muscle surgery)
- Three-muscles strabismus surgery
What to expect before strabismus surgery?
Apart from general health check-ups and medical history considerations, the doctor may carry out a set of tests and exams before the surgery. Diagnosis tests include measuring vision clarity involving reading letters, eye alignment testing to measure up whether both eyes focus properly or coordinate with each other.
The doctor may also conduct a refraction test on candidates to determine the lens power. Various assessment tests may be advised to determine the structure of internal parts of the eyes.
All these tests intend to find any sign of developed strabismus. If that was the case, surgical treatment can be discussed as a final option.
A practical point for your care
Before an operation, the pre-assessment team should review your health, previous tests and all medicines and supplements. Ask for written instructions on medicines, eating, drinking and aftercare that apply to your planned procedure.[1]
Planning treatment in Shiraz
Ask SanaMedTour about the appropriate specialty, appointment arrangements and practical support for your visit. The treating clinician confirms the diagnosis, treatment options, suitability and follow-up after assessment.
Request an itemised written quote identifying the clinician, facility, tests, treatment, medicines, reviews and any accommodation or transfers included.
Sources
[1] NHS: Preparing for surgery — supports the individual-care planning note above. ↑ Back to text
Editorial adaptation: 25 October 2026. General information for planning and discussion; your clinician’s individual instructions take priority.