Self-Reported Visual Complaints in People with Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review
Iris van der Lijn1,2, Gera A de Haan1,2, Famke Huizinga1,3
1Department of Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands.
People with Parkinson's disease (PD) frequently experience diverse visual complaints, impacting their quality of life. Early recognition and management of these self-reported symptoms are crucial for better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology and Neurology
- Parkinson's Disease Research
- Patient-Reported Outcomes
Background:
- Growing focus on visual symptoms in Parkinson's disease (PD).
- Emphasis on self-reported data alongside functional measures for clinical guidance.
- Need for comprehensive understanding of visual complaints in PD patients.
Approach:
- Systematic literature search across PubMed, PsycInfo, and Web of Science.
- Screening of studies reporting visual self-reports in idiopathic Parkinson's disease.
- Analysis of 139 eligible articles.
Key Points:
- Visual complaints in PD are diverse, including blurred vision, double vision, light sensitivity, and reading/driving difficulties.
- Higher prevalence of visual complaints in PD patients compared to healthy controls.
- Increased prevalence and severity linked to disease duration, severity, and 'off-state' periods.
Conclusions:
- A significant number of PD patients report visual issues, diminishing quality of life.
- Clinicians should actively inquire about visual complaints for timely diagnosis and management.
- Addressing visual symptoms is vital for improving overall well-being in Parkinson's disease.
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