OPTIC NERVE ATROPHY: CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS AND REHABILITATION

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  • Hodiev Khushnudbek Ahmad ugli Asia International University, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

Optic nerve atrophy; optic neuropathy; visual loss; glaucoma; optic neuritis; ischemic optic neuropathy; Leber hereditary optic neuropathy; retinal ganglion cells; MRI; OCT; neuroprotection; low-vision rehabilitation.

Abstract

Optic nerve atrophy (ONA) is the end-stage manifestation of various ocular and systemic disorders that lead to irreversible loss of retinal ganglion cells and axons. Clinically, it presents as permanent reduction of visual acuity, color vision defects, and visual field loss. Early recognition of precipitating factors remains essential to prevent progression. This review summarizes the major etiologies, diagnostic approaches, and emerging rehabilitation strategies in patients with optic nerve atrophy.

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2026-01-17

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Vol. 5 No. 01 (2026): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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OPTIC NERVE ATROPHY: CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS AND REHABILITATION. (2026). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 5(01), 995-999. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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