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Nystagmus: a clinical review
1Department of Neurology, Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103.
Revue Neurologique
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This review classifies nystagmus types based on patient history and examination findings. It covers congenital, acquired, and special nystagmus, along with related ocular oscillations.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Nystagmus is an involuntary eye movement that can significantly impact vision.
- Accurate classification of nystagmus is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of various nystagmus types.
- To outline characteristic historical features and examination findings for nystagmus classification.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of nystagmus and related ocular oscillations.
- Analysis of diagnostic criteria based on patient history and clinical examination.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of congenital nystagmus.
- Classification of acquired pendular and jerk nystagmus.
- Review of special nystagmus types: periodic alternating and downbeat nystagmus.
- Inclusion of related ocular oscillations: ocular myoclonus and superior oblique myokymia.
Conclusions:
- Characteristic historical and examination findings aid in classifying diverse nystagmus types.
- Understanding these classifications is essential for effective clinical management.
- This review serves as a guide for identifying and differentiating various nystagmus presentations.