Riddoch phenomenon


Riddoch phenomenon

(rid'ok), ability to appreciate a small moving object in an area of the visual field blind to static objects; particularly associated with occipital lobe lesions.

Rid·doch phe·nom·e·non

(rid'ok fĕ-nom'ĕ-non) Ability to appreciate a small moving object in an area of the visual field blind to static objects; particularly associated with occipital lobe lesions.

Riddoch,

George, Scottish neurologist, 1889-1947. Riddoch mass reflex - leg spasm, involuntary urination, and defecation occurs when there is stimuli to the lower limbs.Riddoch phenomenon - ability to appreciate a small moving object in an area of the visual field blind to static objects, particularly associated with occipital lobe lesions. Synonym(s): Riddoch syndromeRiddoch syndrome - Synonym(s): Riddoch phenomenon