This second paper on perceptual problems in neurological disease discusses the prevalence of perceptual problems and their correlation with the anatomical site of damage. Hypotheses as to the mechanism of perceptual deficit are reviewed. The clinical tests for perceptual deficits are described. Finally, the authors discuss the practical management of patients and critically review some of the newer forms of treatment.
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