Research progress in diagnosis and treatments of visual fatigue in military pilots
10.3760/cma.j.cn113854-20240206-00011
- VernacularTitle:军事飞行员视觉疲劳现状及防治研究进展
- Author:
Yanyan ZHAO
1
;
Yong LIU
1
Author Information
1. 空军军医大学空军特色医学中心眼科，北京100142
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Asthenopia;
Diagnosis;
Therapy;
Etiology;
Pilots
- From:
Chinese Journal of Aerospace Medicine
2025;36(2):155-159
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To provide references for the research on visual fatigue by reviewing the advances in diagnosis and treatment of pilots at home and abroad.Literature resource and selection:Related literature on visual fatigue published at home and abroad.Literature quotation:Forty-one references were cited.Literature synthesis:The pathogenesis of visual fatigue is different between fighter/transporter/helicopter pilots and unmanned aerial vehicle pilots. The causes of visual fatigue are also different between military pilots and the general population. Diagnosis primarily relies on subjective evaluation scales, for objective and quantifiable indicators are lacking that can help assess the level of visual fatigue and its impact on flight safety. Most of the treatments that focus on symptomatic relief are ineffective for military pilots. Safe and effective treatment regimens and precautions are badly needed. In this regard, traditional Chinese medicine promises very good applications.Conclusions:Visual fatigue experienced by military pilots has a significant impact on their visual task performance. Therefore, it is of critical importance to accurately access the severity of visual fatigue in military pilots and its impact on flight safety, and find effective means to manage and prevent this disease. TCM-related research should be given priority.
