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Assessing Early Stage Open-Angle Glaucoma in Patients by Isolated-Check Visual Evoked Potential
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Assessment of visual field progression in glaucoma
Rebecca I Chen1, Steven J Gedde2
1Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences, University of California Davis, Sacramento, California.
Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
|November 15, 2022
Summary
Detecting glaucoma progression is crucial for patient management. Utilizing visual field testing strategies and analytical software aids clinicians in identifying patients at risk of vision loss.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
Background:
- Perimetry is essential for diagnosing and managing glaucoma.
- Visual field progression is a key indicator of disease advancement.
Approach:
- Establishing a baseline visual field and selecting appropriate testing strategies are vital.
- Repeat testing confirms changes and identifies rapid progression.
- Event and trend analysis help determine clinically significant deterioration.
Key Points:
- Frequent testing after diagnosis establishes a baseline and identifies rapidly progressing cases.
- Statistical analysis of visual field data is crucial for accurate interpretation.
- Machine learning holds promise for enhancing visual field analysis.
Conclusions:
- Glaucoma patients often experience visual field progression despite treatment.
- Effective use of visual field testing and analytical tools enables early detection of vision-threatening progression.
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