The application of functional imaging in visual field defects: a brief review

TL;DR

This review explores how functional imaging techniques help diagnose and manage visual field defects caused by neurological and eye conditions.

Contribution

The paper systematically examines the evolving role of functional imaging in addressing visual field defects.

Findings

Functional imaging has improved the diagnosis and management of visual field defects.

Techniques like DTI, OCT, and MRI are widely used but have distinct applications.

The review provides a comprehensive overview for neurologists and ophthalmologists.

Abstract

Visual field defects (VFDs) represent a prevalent complication stemming from neurological and ophthalmic conditions. A range of factors, including tumors, brain surgery, glaucoma, and other disorders, can induce varying degrees of VFDs, significantly impacting patients’ quality of life. Over recent decades, functional imaging has emerged as a pivotal field, employing imaging technology to illustrate functional changes within tissues and organs. As functional imaging continues to advance, its integration into various clinical aspects of VFDs has substantially enhanced the diagnostic, therapeutic, and management capabilities of healthcare professionals. Notably, prominent imaging techniques such as DTI, OCT, and MRI have garnered widespread adoption, yet they possess unique applications and considerations. This comprehensive review aims to meticulously examine the application and evolution of functional imaging in the context of VFDs. Our objective is to furnish neurologists and ophthalmologists with a systematic and comprehensive comprehension of this critical subject matter.

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