5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Amblyopia treatment is effective into adolescence, challenging the belief that it is untreatable beyond age 9.

• 2

  Less intensive patching regimens have shown effectiveness, with 2 hours daily for moderate cases and 6 for severe cases.

• 3

  Atropine penalization is as effective as patching for moderate amblyopia and offers good tolerability for families.

• 4

  Digital therapies, including FDA-approved options, are emerging as effective alternatives to traditional treatments.

• 5

  Clinicians should adopt evidence-based practices and consider both traditional and digital therapies for amblyopia management.