Reduced vision in children

The Minimum information for referrals to non-admitted specialist services lists the information that should be included in a referral request.

Full SRC reference

Eligibility

At least one must be met for the patient to be eligible for referral.

Clinically suspected or confirmed reduced vision in children with initial primary-care work-up completed

Red flags

Indicate urgent (Category 1) referral or emergency assessment.

Acute loss of vision with neurological symptoms (e.g. headaches, vomiting, double vision, unequal pupil size or abnormal pupil reaction to light)

Acute eye injury or trauma

Flashes and floaters

Routine referral criteria

Determine Category 2 or 3 urgency.

Reduced vision due to non-refractive error or other causes (e.g. cataract)

Reduced vision with refractive error that has not responded to treatment (spectacles, contact lenses, patching, atropine eye drops or topical antibiotics)

Usually managed in primary care

Reduced vision with refractive error that has not been treated (spectacles, contact lenses, patching or atropine eye drops)