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Central Vision(also: Foveal Vision)

Central vision is the area of sharpest sight in the visual field, corresponding to the fovea at the centre of the retina. It is responsible for detailed tasks such as reading, recognizing faces, and distinguishing fine detail and colour. Loss of central vision, commonly caused…

Central Vision Loss(also: Central Field Loss, Central Scotoma)

Loss of vision in the central part of the visual field, typically caused by damage to the macula — the area of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. People with central vision loss experience difficulty seeing fine details directly in front of them, often describing…

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