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Visual conversion reaction in children.

N A Barnard1

  • 1Department of Optometry & Visual Science, City University, London, UK.

Ophthalmic & Physiological Optics : the Journal of the British College of Ophthalmic Opticians (Optometrists)
|October 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Visual conversion reaction (VCR) is a psychosomatic disorder affecting vision. This study explores its causes, symptoms like amblyopia, and presents novel visual field defects in children with VCR.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Psychosomatic Medicine
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Visual conversion reaction (VCR) is a psychosomatic disorder.
  • It is occasionally diagnosed by eye care professionals.

Observation:

  • This paper examines potential causes and symptoms of VCR.
  • It details the investigation and management of children with suspected VCR.
  • Four case studies are presented.

Findings:

  • Observed signs of VCR included amblyopia, reduced accommodation, and handwriting decline.
  • Unique static quantitative visual field defects were identified, previously unreported.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of recognizing VCR in pediatric eye care.
  • Suggests new avenues for diagnosing and managing VCR.
  • Emphasizes the link between psychological factors and visual disturbances.

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