Reading speed, visual deficits, and cerebral white matter integrity in veterans with and without mild traumatic brain injury
Cheryl A. Olman
IntroductionSince 2001, approximately 17.3% of enlisted personnel have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) according to the United States military. Visual deficits (e.g., convergence insufficiency or pursuit abnormalities) are reported as chronic, persistent symptoms of TBI, which can impact daily activities such as reading, computer work, and driving.MethodsIn the present study, diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) data and behavioral and survey data related to visual function were analyzed