Visual Pathway and Its Defects - Optic Nerve - Optic Chiasm - Optic Tract - Lateral Geniculate Body

Explore the intricate visual pathway and its associated defects in this comprehensive 28-minute video. Delve into the anatomy and function of key structures, including the optic nerve, optic chiasm, optic tract, and lateral geniculate body in the metathalamus of the thalamus. Learn about the optic radiation, including Meyer's loop in the temporal lobe, and the primary visual cortex in the occipital lobe of the cerebral cortex. Discover various visual field defects, such as complete blindness, bitemporal hemianopia caused by pituitary adenomas or tumors, contralateral homonymous hemianopia with or without macular sparing, and quadrantanopsia. Gain valuable insights into neuroanatomy and enhance your understanding of the complex visual system and its potential disorders.