Normal development of visual system depends on normal visual experience. Abnormal visual inputs can adversely effect the development. This development takes place during the early years of life. Hence it is very essential that any visual disturbance in a child be identified at the earliest and managed.

The speciliality of pediatric ophthalmology deals with eye problems unique to children eg Pediatric Cataract, Glaucoma, Amblyopia, strasbismus etc.