Amsler

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Amsler grid is a tool that eye care professionals use to detect vision problems resulting from damage to the macula (the central part of the retina) or the optic nerve. The damage may be caused by macular degeneration or other eye diseases, so the Amsler grid helps monitor changes in vision.

Description[edit | edit source]

The Amsler grid is a simple square grid with a dot in the center. The patient looks at the dot in the center and notices if any lines are distorted or missing. The grid was first described by Marc Amsler, a Swiss ophthalmologist, in 1947.

Use[edit | edit source]

The Amsler grid is used to check whether the straight lines in the pattern appear wavy or missing, which can be a sign of macular degeneration. It is a diagnostic tool that aids in the detection of visual disturbances caused by changes in the retina, particularly the macula, as well as the optic nerve.

Procedure[edit | edit source]

The patient who uses the Amsler grid for self-monitoring of their vision is advised to wear their reading glasses, if they use any, and test each eye separately, closing the other. Looking at the center dot of the grid, the patient notes any irregularity, distortion, or dark areas in the grid.

Limitations[edit | edit source]

While the Amsler grid is a useful tool, it does not replace comprehensive eye exams, which should be done on a regular basis. Also, not all forms of macular degeneration can be detected with the Amsler grid. For example, it is less likely to detect subretinal neovascular membrane and geographic atrophy.

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