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Digital Exclusive: The whys and wherefores of ophthalmic electrophysiology in inflammatory retinal and optic nerve disorders

Fact checked by: Minzhong Yu, PhD, MMed

Yu reviewed the benefits and limitations of various electrophysiologic technologies in a diverse group of inflammatory conditions affecting the retina and optic nerve.

Ophthalmic electrophysiology is crucial for evaluating and managing inflammatory disorders of the retina and optic nerve. It complements the standard clinical assessments of visual acuity, color vision, contrast sensitivity, and visual field testing.