Techniques and indications for surgery of the superior and inferior oblique muscles.

The oblique muscles pose diagnostic as well as therapeutic challenges which place demands on the surgeon who attempts to treat the more complicated cyclovertical strabismus. A thorough knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of these muscles is necessary. This should be combined with a thorough knowledge of the diagnostic techniques, the appropriate surgical therapeutic measures, and the results which can reasonably be expected.