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Non-organic Vision Loss in the Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts
Kevin M Broderick1, Thomas B Ableman1, Eric D Weber2
1Ophthalmology Service, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
Neuro-Ophthalmology (Aeolus Press)
|January 19, 2018
Summary
Diagnosing non-organic visual loss (NOVL) in soldiers with combat injuries is complex. This case series offers diagnostic insights and management strategies for NOVL in military personnel.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Military Medicine
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Non-organic visual loss (NOVL) presents diagnostic challenges, particularly when co-occurring with true organic pathology.
- Combat exposure increases soldiers' risk of emotional distress and trauma, potentially leading to NOVL via conversion disorder or malingering.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe diagnostic pearls for non-organic visual loss (NOVL) in military personnel.
- To highlight inter-disciplinary management strategies for NOVL within the military context.
Main Methods:
- Case series of six patients with NOVL.
- Patients sustained ocular or non-ocular injuries during combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Main Results:
- The study details six cases of NOVL in soldiers with combat-related injuries.
- Diagnostic challenges and successful management approaches were identified.
Conclusions:
- Inter-disciplinary management is crucial for addressing NOVL in soldiers with combat exposure.
- Understanding the interplay of trauma, distress, and visual symptoms is key for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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