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The eye can be quickly examined using a hand ophthalmoscope.
Findings Suggestion :
Eyelids, cornea unremarkable. Conjunctiva not injected.
Fundus red visible (clear refractive media). Chamber angle open.
Prompt symmetrical pupil response, free eye motility.
The most important parts of vision are central, so perimetry should also capture the central parts well during the fitness to drive test. This video shows how it should be done.
Summary
- Examination with or without glasses
- Fixation on nose
Complete perception of the face
shows intact central visual field up to 10°
Finger counting in the middle periphery
shows intact visual field up to 30°
Peripheral finger wiggling
shows extension to the right and left >60°
-> Referral to an ophthalmologist if abnormalities are detected
The rate of short-sightedness has increased and with it diseases such as glaucoma or retinal detachment. Can this be prevented? And if so, how? Below is a link to a pulse program and the current SOG guidelines. The short answer is: Yes, you can prevent progression, with special lenses, as well as with drops or combined, but environmental factors are most important, more important than genetics. Children should therefore spend at least 2 hours a day outdoors and take a break every 20 minutes when reading. What doesn't help, by the way, is eye training.
