Functional Assessment of Laser Irradiation.
Abstract
Maximal visual acuity and normal color vision are closely associated with foveal receptor function. When the fovea is destroyed or altered by intense laser light, severe and often permanent losses in visual sensitivity ensue. In this report we have shown that the threshold for long-term functional alterations is determined not only by the wavelength and corneal exposure power of the laser flash but also by the types of performance criteria used to assess visual sensitivity. Effects of minimal diameter spots were also examined in one subject exposed to Argon light.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA139327
Entities
People
- D. O. Robbins
Organizations
- Ohio Wesleyan University