Validation of the Austin Assessment: A screening tool for cerebral visual impairment related visual issues
Nicola McDowell,
Philippa Butler
Abstract:Cerebral visual impairment is the most common cause of vision impairment affecting children in the economically developed world with a prevalence rate of approximately 3.4%. Currently there are limited options for screening for cerebral visual impairment, resulting in many children going undiagnosed, especially those that have normal visual acuity. The aim of this research was to validate an iPad App called the Austin Assessment, which was developed as a potential screening tool for cerebral visual impairment … Show more
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