10^th Global Ophthalmology Meeting

Neuro-ophthalmology

Neuro-ophthalmology is a subspecialty of ophthalmology that focuses on the intricate interplay between the visual system and the central nervous system. This specialized conference track aims to convene ophthalmologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, radiologists, and researchers to explore the latest advancements, challenges, and innovations in the field of neuro-ophthalmology.

Key Themes and Topics:

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Visual Pathway: Explore the neuroanatomical and neurophysiological principles underlying the visual pathway, including the optic nerve, optic chiasm, optic tract, lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN), and visual cortex.
2. Visual Field Assessment: Discuss the principles and techniques for assessing visual fields, including confrontation visual field testing, automated perimetry (e.g., Humphrey visual field testing), and kinetic perimetry. Explore the diagnostic utility of visual field testing in neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
3. Optic Neuropathies: Review the etiology, clinical manifestations, and management of optic neuropathies, including optic neuritis, ischemic optic neuropathy, compressive optic neuropathy (e.g., optic nerve glioma), and hereditary optic neuropathies (e.g., Leber hereditary optic neuropathy).
4. Papilledema and Intracranial Hypertension: Examine the clinical features, pathophysiology, and management of papilledema secondary to increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Discuss the diagnostic workup and treatment options for idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and other causes of elevated ICP.
5. Neuro-ophthalmic Manifestations of Systemic Disease: Discuss the ocular manifestations of systemic neurological disorders, including multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), myasthenia gravis, thyroid eye disease, and giant cell arteritis (temporal arteritis).