The fieldmaster 101 PR automatic visual field screener--technical evaluation and clinical results

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Medical Devices
• Visual Field Testing

Background:

• Perimetry is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring visual field defects.
• The Fieldmaster 101 PR is a perimetric device requiring technical and clinical evaluation.
• Assessing new ophthalmic instruments is vital for advancing patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the perimetric concept and technical construction of the Fieldmaster 101 PR.
• To assess the clinical utility and efficiency of the Fieldmaster 101 PR.
• To identify areas for improvement in the Fieldmaster 101 PR's visual field result presentation.

Main Methods:

• Technical evaluation of the Fieldmaster 101 PR's construction and perimetric concept.
• Clinical examination of 64 patient eyes and 10 normal subjects using the Fieldmaster 101 PR.
• Analysis of visual field results generated by the instrument.

Main Results:

• The Fieldmaster 101 PR is technically well-engineered.
• The instrument employs an inefficient test strategy.
• The presentation of visual field results requires enhancement for clinical clarity.

Conclusions:

• The Fieldmaster 101 PR demonstrates sound engineering but suboptimal test strategy.
• Improvements in result presentation are recommended for enhanced clinical usability.
• Further optimization of the Fieldmaster 101 PR could improve visual field assessment.