The Impact of Visual Field Loss on Driving Skills: A Systematic Narrative Review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To review the evidence on the impact of visual field loss on skills required for driving.

Methods

A literature search was undertaken using a systematic approach. Papers within scope were identified by two independent reviewers, and papers were grouped into similar themes for discussion.

Key findings

Evidence suggests that both binocular and monocular visual field defects have a negative impact on driving skills. Both central and peripheral cause difficulties, but the degree of impact is dependent on the defect severity and compensation ability. Many factors that affect compensation to visual field loss and the effects of visual field loss on driving skills are discussed, including cognitive status, age and duration of visual field loss. In summary, in central

SUBMITTER: Patterson G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7510550 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature