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Australian Vision Convention 2024
Australian Vision Convention 2024
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Stream 1 - Plenary - Systemic Conditions 1

Session

Session

9:00 am

06 April 2024

Arena 1

Session Clinical Program

Stroke is a common disorder affecting the older population and may result in visual disturbances. This session will cover - common presentations for stroke and its pathophysiology concentrating on visual signs and symptoms, ocular conditions that increase the risk of stroke, primary care management, and tertiary/specialist management of stroke with visual pathway involvement.

Learning Objectives:
  • Be able to identify symptoms and signs of stroke
  • Conduct an ocular examination to elicit signs of stroke
  • Be confident on when and where to refer patients for suspected stroke
  • Concepts of visual rehabilitation following stroke