Visual pathway abnormalities were found in most multiple sclerosis patients despite history of previous optic neuritis
OBJECTIVE: It was to investigate visual field (VF) abnormalities in a group of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in the remission phase and the presence of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) lesions in the optic radiations. METHODS: VF was assessed in 60 participants (age range 20-51 years):…
An unusual presentation of lacrimal gland pleomorphic adenoma
Os tumores da glândula lacrimal são raros na prática clínica. Dentre eles, o tumor epitelial mais comum é o adenoma pleomórfico da glândula lacrimal, que consiste em um tumor benigno, indolente, que geralmente acomete adultos na terceira e quarta décadas de vida. Apresentaremos um caso…
Refração ocular: uma necessidade social
Autores: Mílton Ruiz Alves, Mauro Nishi, Keila Monteiro de Carvalho, Liana M Vieira de Oliveira Ventura, Silvana Artioli Schellini, Newton Kara José Ano: 2014 Ver publicacao original
Detecção e Tratamento dos Erros de Refração no Grupo Etário de 0 a 6 anos
Autores: Keila Monteiro de Carvalho, Nilza Minguini, Mílton Ruiz Alves Ano: 2014 Ver publicacao original
The influence of assistive technology devices on the performance of activities by visually impaired A influência de recursos de tecnologia assistiva sobre a performance em atividades de deficientes visuais
Objective: To establish the influence of assistive technology devices (ATDs) on the performance of activities by visually impaired schoolchildren in the resource room. Methods: A qualitative study that comprised observation and an educational intervention in the resource room. The study population comprised six visually impaired…
Influence of intraoperative episcleral application of topic mitomycin C on proliferation and differentiation of rabbit corneal and conjunctival epithelial cells
Objective: To evaluate the influence of a three-minute application of 0.02% mitomycin C (MMC) on proliferation and differentiation of rabbit corneal epithelial cells. Methods: Topical MMC or 0.9% saline solution was applied to the episclera of the temporal limbal area of both eyes, maintaining intact…
The influence of assistive technology devices on the performance of activities by visually impaired
Objetivo: Verificar a influência da utilização de recursos de tecnologia assistiva no desempenho de escolares com deficiência visual em atividades em sala de recursos. Métodos: Realizou-se pesquisa qualitativa, por meio de observação e intervenção educacional em sala de recursos. A população foi composta por seis…
Optical and nonoptical aids for reading and writing in individuals with acquired low vision
PURPOSE: To evaluate the use of optical and nonoptical aids during reading and writing activities in individuals with acquired low vision. METHODS: This study was performed using descriptive and cross-sectional surveys. The data collection instrument was created with structured questions that were developed from an…
Visual impairment, rehabilitation and International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health
Objetivo: Descrever as características das pessoas com deficiência visual participantes de Grupos de Reabilitação Visual, segundo a CID-10 e a Classificação Internacional de Funcionalidade, Incapacidade e Saúde (CIF). Métodos: Pesquisa quantitativa de corte transversal, desenvolvida em um centro universitário de pesquisas em reabilitação entre outubro…
Métodos de rastreamento de erros refracionais baseados em equipamentos
Uncorrected refractive errors are the main cause of decreases in visual acuity, and after cataracts, they are the second most important cause of blindness. In Brazil, most of the population lacks access to ophthalmology services and treatments; therefore, vision-screening programs are fundamental. Instrument-based vision screening…