A  DESCRIPTIVE STUDY ON VISUAL PERFORMANCE OF CHILDREN WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS

Deiva K; Harini M; Uma K

Volume : V, Issue : XI, November - 2015

A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY ON VISUAL PERFORMANCE OF CHILDREN WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS

Deiva K, Harini M, Uma K

Abstract :

 Aim: To describe the ophthalmic conditions, visual characteristics and visual performance of children with seizure disorders aged 1–5years and suggest appropriate vision rehabilitation programme. Method: Forty seven children (30 boys & 17 girls) with seizure disorders and visual complaints were selected for the study from the Vision Rehabilitation Department of Frontline Eye Hospital, Chennai. The ophthalmic and neurological conditions of the children were compiled from their medical reports. LEA Gratings were administered to assess the Grating Acuity, Lea Distant and Near Vision cards were used to assess the visual acuity in a clinical setting. Result: 28% of children responded to Distant and Near Vision Acuity, 9% responded to Grating tests and 64% children never responded to both grating as well as acuity testing. Vision Rehabilitation services were planned for these children. 28 children underwent training in vision stimulation, 21 received training in visual perceptual, 8 benefitted through special skill training, 29 kids availed special education and 14 were advised environmental modifications. Conclusion: As the results revealed 64% children never responded to any vision testing, it is very important to provided vision stimulation and other vision related services to these kids to enhance their vision as well as cognition.