Age-related changes in central and peripheral contrast sensitivity (original) (raw)

Age-related loss of contrast sensitivity is well established at foveal levels, but its effects on peripheral vision necessitate further exploration. This study compares contrast sensitivity across different ages using scaled 2D Gabor patches and finds that elderly participants exhibit a measurable reduction in contrast sensitivity, particularly at the fovea. The research concludes that while age impacts visual perception, particularly in central regions, peripheral contrast sensitivity remains qualitatively similar between age groups.