preoperative ophthalmologic tests

Introduction

In cataract patients, various tests that have been used in an attempt to determine the effect of the cataract on visual function & assess the patient's visual needs in order to determine the most appropriate method of treatment or therapy.

More general terms

• clinical procedure

More specific terms

• contrast sensitivity test
• glare test
• potential vision tests
• Snellen visual acuity test
• specular photographic microscopy of the corneal endothelium