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Electroretinograms and pattern visually evoked cortical potentials in central areolar choroidal dystrophy.
E Adachi-Usami1, K Murayama, Y Yamamoto
1Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Chiba University, Japan.
Documenta Ophthalmologica. Advances in Ophthalmology
|August 1, 1990
Summary
Pattern visually evoked cortical potentials (VECPs) offer greater insight into macular dysfunction in central areolar choroidal dystrophy than electroretinograms (ERGs). This finding aids in understanding and diagnosing this specific retinal condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neuroscience
- Genetics
Background:
- Central areolar choroidal dystrophy (CACD) is a rare inherited retinal disorder.
- It primarily affects the macula, leading to progressive vision loss.