Glossary – This list has been developed by the network to help to explain the meaning of words used in vision reports.
The medical information documents below were originally developed for VIScotland. Each document describes aspects of a condition in plain language – although not every possibility can always be covered. This information does not provide a diagnosis and is not a substitute for a consultation with a health professional. It is intended to provide information to support children and families in understanding their condition, how best to manage it and know what treatments and support may be available.
Current Documents (Revised 2022)
VINCYP Medical Information Doc – Amblyopia
VINCYP Medical Information Doc – Cataracts
VINCYP Medical Information Doc – Cerebral Palsy CVI
VINCYP Medical Information Doc – Cerebral Visual Impairment
VINCYP Medical Information Doc – Keratoconus
VINCYP Medical Information Document – Septo Optic Dysplasia v0.1 (Please note this is a joint guideline written with the Scottish Paediatric Endocrine Group Network (SPEG)
For information relating to Nystagmus, see here.
For information relating to Albinism, see here.
Please contact nss.VINCYP@nhs.scot if you require information regarding a specific condition
The Professional Resources section may also be of interest to you.