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What is Which amongst the following is associated with Altitudinal visual field defect: and explain in detail?
Ans. (b) AION (Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy)Ref: Harrison's 19th ed. / 202* Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy refers to a segmental or generalized infarction of anterior part of the optic nerve* It occurs due to occlusion of the short posterior ciliary arteries* Visual field defects show typically altitudinal hemianopia involving the inferior (commonly) or superior half.