Neuro Ophthalmology
At United Super Speciality Hospital, our **Neuro-Ophthalmology** department is dedicated to diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions affecting vision, eye movements, and the visual pathways. This highly specialized field bridges ophthalmology and neurology, addressing disorders that impact the optic nerve, visual processing centers in the brain, and neuromuscular control of eye movements.
Comprehensive Care for Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders
Our expert team of neuro-ophthalmologists collaborates with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and radiologists to provide precise diagnosis and advanced treatment for conditions such as:
– Optic Neuritis – Inflammatory damage to the optic nerve, often linked to autoimmune conditions like multiple sclerosis.
– Papilledema – Swelling of the optic disc due to increased intracranial pressure, requiring urgent evaluation.
– Ischemic Optic Neuropathy – Sudden vision loss caused by inadequate blood supply to the optic nerve.
– Ophthalmoplegia– Impaired eye movement due to cranial nerve dysfunction, commonly seen in myasthenia gravis or mitochondrial disorders.
– Pituitary Tumors and Compressive Lesions – Affecting the optic chiasm, leading to visual field deficits.
– Migraine-Associated Visual Disturbances – Including transient vision loss or aura symptoms.
State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Treatment
Our facility is equipped with cutting-edge neuro-ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic modalities, including:
– Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) – High-resolution imaging of the retina and optic nerve.
– Visual Field Testing – Assessing peripheral vision deficits indicative of neuro-ophthalmic disease.
– Electrophysiology (VEP, ERG) – Evaluating optic nerve function and retinal health.
– MRI and CT Neuroimaging – Essential for detecting brain and orbital pathology.
– CSF Analysis and Neurovascular Studies – In cases of suspected inflammatory or vascular involvement.
Multidisciplinary Treatment Approach
United Super Speciality Hospital offers comprehensive medical and surgical interventions, tailored to each patient’s condition. Our treatments include:
– Pharmacologic Therapy – Corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and neuroprotective agents for inflammatory and demyelinating diseases.
– Neurosurgical Interventions – For tumor excision, optic nerve decompression, and cerebrovascular abnormalities.
– Botulinum Toxin Injections – For spastic eye movement disorders such as blepharospasm.
– Vision Rehabilitation & Assistive Devices– To enhance visual function and quality of life.