Oculokinetic perimetry: a simple visual field test for use in the community. Issue 12 (December 1985)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Damato, B E
• Is Part Of: British journal of ophthalmology. Volume 69:Issue 12(1985)
• Page Start: 927
• Page End: 931
• Publication Date: 1985-12
• Subjects: Ophthalmology -- Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.1136/bjo.69.12.927
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0007-1161

Abstract

Abstract : A method of visual field examination is described which enables an unsupervised person to carry out self-assessment using only a paper test chart, a record sheet, and a pencil. It is entitled 'oculokinetic perimetry' because it is the subject's eye that moves and not the test target. By providing non-ophthalmic health care workers with a simple means of performing perimetry in the community, and by allowing susceptible people to carry out self-assessment of the visual fields at home, this test should facilitate the detection and management of glaucoma, especially in underdeveloped countries.