Optos Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging

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Benefits of Optos Retinal Imaging

  1. Comprehensive View: Ultra-widefield imaging will be performed on all comprehensive eye exams. This imaging captures up to ~90% of the retina in a single shot, providing a more comprehensive view than traditional methods, which only capture around 15%. This extensive view helps detect peripheral retinal diseases that might otherwise go unnoticed.

  2. Early Diagnosis: The detailed images allow for the early detection of various eye conditions, often before symptoms appear. Early diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment and can help prevent vision loss.

  3. Non-Invasive and Quick: The procedure is non-invasive, painless, and takes only a few seconds to complete. There is no need for dilation, making the process more convenient and comfortable for patients.

  4. Patient Education: The high-resolution images will be shown to you. Whether healthy or diseased, this helps you understand your eye health. Visualizing the retina can make discussions about potential issues and treatment options more straightforward.

  5. Documentation and Monitoring: The images are stored digitally, allowing for easy documentation and comparison over time. This makes it easier to monitor the progression of eye diseases and the effectiveness of treatments.

What are some conditions that the Optos imaging can help diagnose that may otherwise be missed?

  • Retinal Tears and Detachments

  • Glaucoma

  • Macular Degeneration

  • Cataracts

  • Diabetic Retinopathy

  • Hypertensive Retinopathy

  • Melanoma and Other Eye Cancers, Metastatic Cancers that Have Spread to the Eye

  • Many Different Lesions in the Brain (Brain Tumor, Stroke, Aneurysm, Hemorrhage)

  • Peripheral Retinal Abnormalities and Rare Hereditary Retinal Disorders

  • Inflammatory and Systemic Diseases