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A review of professional liability cases affecting the practice of optometry.

In establishing the liability of optometrists for negligence the courts have applied the same standard of care that is imposed upon other health care professionals, holding that optometrists must employ the minimum degree of skill, care and learning that is ordinarily exhibited by members of the profession who are in good standing. The leading cases establishing this standard have involved glaucoma, retinal detachment, and intraocular tumors. Optometrists have also been held liable under product liability law for injuries caused by ophthalmic lenses, which illustrates the trend toward strict liability. Other cases have involved the doctrine of informed consent.

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Contrast sensitivity functions for clinical optometry.

Contrast sensitivity functions (CSF) provide a better measure of visual function than traditional acuity tests. The use of CSFs with cataract and contact lens patients as well as with patients suspected to have glaucoma or retrobulbar neuritis is discussed. Various methods for determining the CSF are discussed, with the conclusion that the newly developed Arden plates are best for use in clinical practice.

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