10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SCOTOMATA»
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scotomata in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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1
A Dictionary of Hallucinations
In a more specific sense, it is used to denote the twinkling characteristic of the ∗
unformed and ∗formed hallucinations occurring in a ∗migraine aura (i.e. ∗
scintillating scotomata). Reference Sacks, O. (1992). Migraine. Revised and
expanded.
2
Clinical Pathways In Vitreoretinal Disease
Inflammatory retinochoroidal diseases may present monocularly or binocularly
with a combination of scotomata preceded or bordered by photopsias, such as
occurs in acute zonal outer occult retinopathy (AZOOR), multiple evanescent ...
Scott M. Steidl, Mary Elizabeth Hartnett, 2011
3
Taylor's 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in ...
Patients are nearly always aware of positive scotomata, but negative scotomata
may only be detected during an ophthalmologic examination. C. An absolute
scotoma indicates a complete loss of visual perception, whereas a relative
scotoma ...
Paul M. Paulman, Audrey A. Paulman, Jeffrey D. Harrison, 2006
4
Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Second Edition
Scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) macular perimetry allows for the
characterization of central field defects, i.e., macular scotomata. The presence or
absence of macular scotomata and their characteristics are extremely important ...
5
Migraine: Understanding a Common Disorder Expanded and Updated
fixation point; a number of patients consistently, and a few occasionally,
experience scotomata starting eccentrically or peripherally in the visual field (
Gowers' radial spectra). Expanding scotomata may appear alternately or
simultaneously in ...
6
Becker-Shaffer's Diagnosis and Therapy of the Glaucomas
Isolated paracentral scotomata Careful manual perimetry using combined static
and kinetic techniques may demonstrate small paracentral scotomata. In a
classic study, Aulhorn and Harms7 found similar small defects that did not
connect ...
Robert L. Stamper, Marc F. Lieberman, Michael V. Drake, 2009
(continued) Central hemi-scotomata. A 37-year-old man with sudden onset of
difficulty reading. A. Fields show small inferior central homonymous scotomata
restricted to right hemifield, respecting the vertical meridian. B. MRI shows subtle
...
8
Migraine: the Evolution of a Common Disorder
Expanding scotomata may appear alternately or simultaneously in both half-
fields, and their continued alternation, in the former case, may give rise to an aura
'status' lasting hours. Of great theoretical importance (and especial aesthetic ...
9
NMS Review for the USMLE Clinical Skills Exam
Diseases of the optic nerve can cause monocular blindness, central scotomata,
poor perception of colors, and blurred vision. If the lesion is severe, it is possible
that the patient may not be able to distinguish between darkness and brightness.
Erich A. Arias, Nelly Amador, 2008
10
Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist Exam Review Manual
(See Question 29 regarding positive and negative scotomata.) 23. b) With a
retinal hole, there may be loss of photoreceptors with reduced sensitivity,
therefore the scotoma may be total or absolute. 24. b) A nasal step may show up
first as a ...
2 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SCOTOMATA»
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scotomata is used in the context of the following news items.
Migraines and Perimenopause
Most auras include visual disturbances that appear as flashing lights, positive colored or uncolored zigzag lines, or a temporary loss of vision (scotomata) often ... «Medscape, Dec 11»
Allergan Receives FDA Approval for OZURDEX® as Treatment …
... floaters (appearing as spots or threads), scotomata (area of diminished vision), and metamorphopsia (vision distortion),4 which lead to vitreous haze and loss ... «Business Wire, Sep 10»
