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[Virtual reality perimetry and home perimetry].
Nathanael Urs Häner1, Hsin-Yang Chen1, Joel-Benjamin Lincke1
1Inselspital, Universitäts-Augenklinik Bern, Freiburgstr., 3010, Bern, Schweiz.
Die Ophthalmologie
|June 13, 2024
Summary
Virtual reality (VR) offers new methods for home perimetry (HP) testing. This article reviews current VR-based procedures suitable for at-home vision testing.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Technology
- Vision Science
Background:
- Traditional perimetry is essential for diagnosing and monitoring visual field defects.
- Home-based testing offers potential for increased patient convenience and data frequency.
- Virtual reality technology presents novel opportunities for developing accessible perimetry tools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe virtual reality (VR)-based procedures for home perimetry (HP).
- To provide an overview of currently available VR-based HP procedures.
- To assess the feasibility and application of VR for remote visual field testing.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on VR applications in perimetry.
- Description of technological requirements for VR-based HP systems.
- Analysis of different VR perimetry approaches and their components.
Main Results:
- Several VR-based procedures for home perimetry have been developed.
- The reviewed procedures demonstrate the potential for accurate and reliable visual field assessment outside clinical settings.
- Specific VR perimetry techniques are identified as ready for current implementation.
Conclusions:
- Virtual reality technology is a viable platform for implementing home perimetry.
- VR-based HP can enhance patient access to vision monitoring.
- Further research and standardization are needed to optimize VR perimetry for widespread clinical use.
