Low Vision Management For Infantile Nystagmus: A Case Study.
Background: Infantile nystagmus is a common cause of visual impairment. It can occur in isolation, but it is often found in association with other conditions, such as albinism. The condition results in varying levels of vision impairments ranging from mild to severe. Characteristics include early on...
| Publicado en: | Optometry & Visual Performance Vol. 3; no. 1; pp. 32 - 37 |
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| Formato: | case study Journal Article |
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Optometric Extension Program
Feb2015
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