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Research Article| Volume 21, P63-68, April 2018

The value of tests evaluating visual functions in detecting overt or subclinical optic neuritis in multiple sclerosis

Published:February 09, 2018DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msard.2018.01.030
The value of tests evaluating visual functions in detecting overt or subclinical optic neuritis in multiple sclerosis
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      Highlights

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        We investigated visual tests and disability scales in detecting optic neuritis (ON).
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        Low-contrast visual acuity (LCVA) tests were significantly related to OCT, VEP.
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        LCVA tests were found to be associated with EDSS, MSFC and NEI-VFQ25.
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        LCVA tests added to follow-up visits to suggest subtle visual impairments in MS.
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      Publication history

      Published online: February 09, 2018
      Accepted: January 30, 2018
      Received in revised form: January 13, 2018
      Received: April 7, 2017

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      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msard.2018.01.030

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