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Flashcards in Visual system Deck (7)
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1
Q

Where are the two blind spots

A

macula lutea

optic disc

2
Q

Where is the best image seen

A

fovea centralis - macula

3
Q

What is the pathway of pupillary light reflex

A

optic nerve–> pretectal–>dinger westphal nucleus –> ciliary ganglion–> sphincter pupillae muscle

4
Q

Which of the retinal fibers decussate at the optic chasm?

A

nasal retinal fibers

5
Q

Areas after the optic chaism will present with what type of lesion ?

A

Contralateral

6
Q

Any optic track or structure starting with the letter L will present with ?

A

Superior visual field deficits

7
Q

Why is there macular sparing ?

A

Due to dual supply to the cortex ( MCA is still intact)