Visual Field Testing / Visual Field Assessment
Care Before the Procedure
- Avoid caffeine or sedatives that may affect alertness during testing.
- Bring previous visual field or ocular examination reports if available.
- Ensure adequate rest to prevent fatigue affecting test reliability.
- Inform the examiner about medications or eye conditions that may interfere.
Care During the Procedure
- Sit steadily and maintain head position as instructed.
- Focus on the central target and respond to all light stimuli.
- Avoid moving eyes or blinking excessively during testing.
- Notify the examiner if experiencing discomfort or difficulty concentrating.
Care After the Procedure
- No special precautions are required after visual field testing.
- Review results with the doctor to understand findings and implications.
- Repeat testing as advised for monitoring the progression of ocular disease.
- Maintain routine eye care and follow-up appointments as scheduled.
Eligibility
- Patients with glaucoma needing to detect and monitor visual field loss progression.
- Individuals with optic neuropathy or suspected optic nerve damage.
- Patients with neurological conditions affecting the visual pathways or cortex.
- People with retinal disorders or systemic diseases impacting peripheral vision.
- Avoid caffeine or sedatives that may affect alertness during testing.
- Bring previous visual field or ocular examination reports if available.
- Ensure adequate rest to prevent fatigue affecting test reliability.
- Inform the examiner about medications or eye conditions that may interfere.
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Ophthalmology
In our Department of Ophthalmology, we provide comprehensive eye care for all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to complex surgery. Our ophthalmologists diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease (including transplants), retinal disorders, paediatric eye problems, and eye injuries or infections. In addition to advanced diagnostics, such as slit-lamp exams, OCT, perimetry, and imaging, we offer proven treatments such as phacoemulsification, ICLs, retinal and glaucoma surgery, as well as oculoplastic and lacrimal procedures. Care is coordinated with other specialties for safe peri-operative support and rehabilitation, and our clinics and theatres are equipped for day-case and inpatient procedures.
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