ERGs on the brain: the benefits of simultaneous flash retinal and cortical responses in paediatric cerebral visual impairment

Handley, Siân E.; Thompson, Dorothy; Prise, Katrina; Liasis, Alki

doi:10.1007/s10633-018-9631-4

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“…However, the interpretation of the residual flash VEP in the most severe cases of CVI should be made cautiously, as the VEP might be contaminated with an artefact caused by ERG activity. Simultaneous recording of the flash ERG with the flash VEP allows the differentiation of this artefact from true post-retinal activation [ 32 ].…”

Section: Complete Visual-field Lossmentioning

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What can visual electrophysiology tell about possible visual-field defects in paediatric patients

Handley

Šuštar

Pompe

2021

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Recognising a potential visual-field (VF) defect in paediatric patients might be challenging, especially in children before the age of 5 years and those with developmental delay or intellectual disability. Visual electrophysiological testing is an objective and non-invasive technique for evaluation of visual function in paediatric patients, which can characterise the location of dysfunction and differentiate between disorders of the retina, optic nerve and visual pathway. The recording of electroretinography (ERG) and visual-evoked potentials (VEP) is possible from early days of life and requires no subjective input from the patient. As the origins of ERG and VEP tests are known, the pattern of electrophysiological changes can provide information about the VF of a child unable to perform accurate perimetry. This review summarises previously published electrophysiological findings in several common types of VF defects that can be found in paediatric patients (generalised VF defect, peripheral VF loss, central scotoma, bi-temporal hemianopia, altitudinal VF defect, quadrantanopia and homonymous hemianopia). It also shares experience on using electrophysiological testing as additional functional evidence to other tests in the clinical challenge of diagnosing or excluding VF defects in complex paediatric patients. Each type of VF defect is illustrated with one or two clinical cases.

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Section: Complete Visual-field Lossmentioning

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What can visual electrophysiology tell about possible visual-field defects in paediatric patients

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Pompe

2021

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“…metabolic or genetic conditions) have a known association with retinal dystrophy. In the presence of normal acuity VEPs are unlikely to demonstrate any abnormalities [ 36 ].…”

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Clinical assessment, investigation, diagnosis and initial management of cerebral visual impairment: a consensus practice guide

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Bowman

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Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) is a common condition in the UK. Patients with conditions associated with CVI are frequently seen in paediatric ophthalmology clinics offering eye care professionals an opportunity to identify children proactively. In most cases CVI occurs as part of a neurodevelopmental condition or as a feature of multiple and complex disabilities. However, CVI can also be seen in children with apparently typical development. In some cases, high contrast visual acuity is normal and in other cases severely impaired. As such, identification of CVI requires evaluation of aspects of visual performance beyond high contrast acuity and consideration that visual function of those with CVI may fluctuate. Few paediatric ophthalmologists have received formal training in CVI. The detection and diagnosis of CVI varies across the UK and patients report hugely different experiences. A diagnosis of CVI is made based on professional clinical judgement and it is recognised that individual perspectives and local practice in the specific methodologies of assessment will vary. A systematic review and survey of professionals is underway to attempt to reach agreement on diagnostic criteria. Nonetheless, established pathways and published protocols can offer guidance on how a paediatric ophthalmology service can approach assessment of the child with suspected CVI. The purpose of this paper is to present a summary of research and clinical practice methods for detecting and diagnosing CVI in a paediatric ophthalmology outpatient setting. It represents current understanding of the topic and acknowledges the evolving nature of both practice and the evidence-base. A rapid literature review was undertaken to identify articles relating to clinical investigation of children with CVI. A focus group of QTVI and subject matter experts from sight loss charities was undertaken to address areas which were not covered by the literature review.

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ERGs on the brain: the benefits of simultaneous flash retinal and cortical responses in paediatric cerebral visual impairment

Cited by 2 publications

References 15 publications

What can visual electrophysiology tell about possible visual-field defects in paediatric patients

What can visual electrophysiology tell about possible visual-field defects in paediatric patients

Clinical assessment, investigation, diagnosis and initial management of cerebral visual impairment: a consensus practice guide

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