PERRLA is an acronym that stands for Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light, and Accommodate. It is a quick and easy way to assess the function of the oculomotor nerve, which controls eye movement, pupil size, and accommodation.
Checking for PERRLA is important because it can help to identify a variety of neurological problems, including:
PERRLA is an acronym that ophthalmologists and other healthcare providers use to evaluate pupillary response to light and accommodation. It stands for Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light, and Accommodate.
The PERRLA exam is a quick and easy way to assess the integrity of the afferent and efferent pathways of the pupillary light reflex. It can also help to identify potential neurological abnormalities.
