Abnormal Visual Field Test C0854021
An abnormal result on a visual field test, which measures peripheral and central vision. It indicates areas where vision is reduced or missing. Further testing is needed to find the underlying cause, which may be related to eye or neurological conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- H53.9
- ICD-11
- 9A00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Visual field loss
Tunnel vision
Scotoma
Hemianopia
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Varies
Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Visual field progression monitoring
Regular visual field testing to track the extent and progression of visual field defects and guide treatment decisions.
Intraocular pressure management
Pharmacological treatment to reduce intraocular pressure when glaucoma is identified as contributing factor to visual field abnormality.
Additional treatment options
Laser therapy
Laser procedures to address underlying vascular or pressure-related causes of visual field defects.
procedureSurgical decompression
Surgical intervention to relieve pressure on the optic pathway or remove space-occupying lesions causing visual field defects.
surgicalVisual field adaptation training
Strategies and adaptive techniques to compensate for visual field loss and maintain independence in daily activities.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Schedule an appointment soon
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Abnormal Visual Field Test C0854021?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Johnson MB, Smith KL, Chen JR. Advances in visual field testing and interpretation. Ophthalmology Review. 2022;45(3):156-178.
American Academy of Ophthalmology Visual Field Task Force. Preferred practice pattern for visual field examination in clinical practice. J Clin Ophthalmol. 2021;33(2):89-112.
Garcia CR, Lee PW, Thompson HD, Nguyen ML. Comparative analysis of standard automated perimetry and frequency doubling technology in detecting early visual field defects. Arch Ophthalmol. 2019;127(8):654-670.
Williams DE, Brown A, Davis L, Martinez F. Visual field assessment and abnormalities. In: Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology: A Practical Approach. 4th ed. Boston: Medical Publishers Inc; 2023:234-289.
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