Vision field examination in Italian Eye Hospital

A vision field examination, also known as perimetry, assesses the full horizontal and vertical range of what each eye can see. At the Italian Eye Hospital in Prishtina, Kosovo, a standalone perimetry test may cost around $50. This diagnostic is essential for identifying visual field defects often associated with glaucoma and other optic nerve conditions.

The Italian Eye Hospital is a private ophthalmology center and holds an affiliation with the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). This diagnostic provides a baseline measurement that allows the ophthalmologist to track changes or deterioration in sight over time. Patients can choose between a single measurement or a more thorough assessment.

Diagnostic Options and Details

The hospital provides two primary ways to receive this examination:

• Standalone perimetry. Focuses specifically on measuring the visual field for around $50.
• Deep ophthalmological examination. This option typically runs $100 and includes a full visit with an ophthalmologist.
• Optical coherence tomography (OCT). Included in the deep examination to provide cross-sectional images of the retina.
• Corneal topography. Maps the surface curvature of the cornea as part of the deep exam package.
• Tonometry. Measures the internal pressure of the eye.
• Autorefractometry. Evaluates how the eye processes light to determine the need for corrective lenses.

When glaucoma is suspected, the medical team performs perimetry alongside other specialized tests. These include pachymetry, gonioscopy, and fundoscopy to monitor the health of the optic nerve and eye structure. The results help the physician detect specific patterns of vision loss that are not always noticeable to the patient in early stages. You can leave a request on Bookimed to schedule this vision field examination.