Abstract
We present a new display mode of the results of an Octopus visual field examination, which allows for an easy and reliable assessment of the local and diffuse components of the disturbances of a visual field. Essentially, this display consists of the cumulative distribution of the local defect values. Application to typical cases is discussed.
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Bebie, H., Flammer, J. & Bebie, T. The cumulative defect curve: Separation of local and diffuse components of visual field damage. Graefe's Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 227, 9–12 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02169816
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02169816