IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-8-7-19960 Original Research Paper USE OF PHOTOSTRESS TEST TO STUDY MACULAR FUNCTION IN EYES WITH MACULOPATHIES Madhura Mali Dr. July 2019 8 7 01 02 ABSTRACT

Introduction: There are various Psychophysical and Electrophysiological tests to evaluate macular functions. In present era of technology driven diagnostic testing, there is lesser utilization of simpler and cost effective clinical tests. This study was undertaken to evaluate macular function by Photostress test in eyes with and without Maculopathies. Aim: Study various Maculopathies using Photostress test. Methodology: This study was conducted on 389 eyes with maculopathies and 400 normal eyes. A detailed ophthalmic and macular examination with Photostress test was performed in all cases. Results: Maculopathy was commonly observed in age group of 41 to 50 years with a higher prevalence amongst males. 18 types of maculopathies were found in the study, Dry ARMD(25.15%) and Diabetic Maculopathy(8.9%) were most common. Photostress test was positive in 46 out of 389 eyes with maculopathies (11.83%). Conclusion: Photostress test is an useful indicator in early diagnosis of Maculopathies.