VR Perimetry May Match HVF in Glaucoma - Summary - MDSpire

VR Perimetry May Match HVF in Glaucoma

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • June 3, 2026

  • 4 min

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Objective:

To compare virtual reality perimetry with Humphrey Visual Field testing in patients with ocular hypertension or glaucoma.

Key Findings:
  • Mean deviation measurements were similar: -6.8 dB (HVF) vs -6.0 dB (VR).
  • Pattern standard deviation values were comparable: 5.6 dB (HVF) vs 6.3 dB (VR).
  • Testing duration was significantly shorter with VR perimetry (122 seconds) compared to HVF (253 seconds).
  • A majority of patients (41 out of 48) preferred VR perimetry over HVF.
Interpretation:

Correlations between the two modalities were strong (0.82 for mean deviation, 0.85 for pattern standard deviation), indicating comparable performance.

Limitations:
  • Retrospective design and modest sample size.
  • Single-center setting may limit generalizability.
  • Potential learning or fatigue effects due to testing order.
  • Different luminance ranges and testing algorithms between devices.
Conclusion:

VR perimetry may serve as an effective adjunct in glaucoma management, especially where HVF access is limited.

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