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The pattern electroretinogram: a long-term study in acute optic neuropathy.

D I Kaufman1, R W Lorance, M Woods

  • 1College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing 48824.

Neurology
|November 1, 1988
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Pattern-reversal electroretinography (P-ERG) shows promise for predicting visual recovery in optic neuropathy. While pattern-reversal visual evoked potentials (P-VEP) aid diagnosis, P-ERG b-wave reduction indicates poor prognosis and optic atrophy.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neuroscience
  • Clinical Electrophysiology

Background:

  • Optic nerve lesions encompass various conditions like optic neuritis, atrophy, and trauma.
  • Accurate diagnosis and prognosis are crucial for managing optic neuropathies.
  • Pattern-reversal electroretinography (P-ERG) and pattern-reversal visual evoked potentials (P-VEP) are electrophysiological tools used in ophthalmology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the diagnostic and prognostic value of P-ERG in acute optic nerve lesions.
  • To compare the utility of P-ERG with P-VEP in different types of optic neuropathy.
  • To assess the long-term changes in P-ERG and their correlation with visual outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A 2-year prospective study involving 63 eyes with acute optic nerve lesions.

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  • Neuro-ophthalmologic examination to document visual loss.
  • Recording of pattern-reversal electroretinography (P-ERG) and pattern-reversal visual evoked potentials (P-VEP) with varying check sizes.
  • Follow-up of 46 eyes to monitor visual acuity, visual fields, and electrophysiological responses.

    • Main Results:

    • Initially, 89% of eyes had normal P-ERG, while 94% showed abnormal P-VEP.
    • Two groups emerged: Group A (17 eyes) showed permanent P-ERG reduction, poor visual recovery (<20/100), and developed optic atrophy.
    • Group B (29 eyes) maintained normal P-ERG in at least one check size, with 22 eyes recovering vision to ≥20/25.
    • P-VEP was superior for diagnosing acute and chronic optic nerve lesions.

    Conclusions:

    • Significant reduction of the P-ERG b-wave across multiple check sizes strongly correlates with lack of visual recovery and subsequent optic atrophy.
    • P-ERG demonstrates significant prognostic value in optic neuropathy, complementing the diagnostic utility of P-VEP.
    • P-ERG can help identify patients at risk for poor visual outcomes in optic nerve diseases.