Visual field defects Flashcards
1
Q
Lesion of the optic nerve
A
Ipsilateral mononuclear visual loss
2
Q
Lesion of the optic chiasm
A
Bitemporal hemianopia
3
Q
Lesion at the optic tract
A
Contralateral homonymous hemianopia
4
Q
Lesion at ocipital cortex
A
Contralateral homonymous hemianopia w/ macular sparing
5
Q
Causes of sudden painless loss of vision
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GCA - ischaemic optic neuropathy Retinal vein occlusion Retinal artery occlusion Vitreous haemorrhage Retinal detachment