Diagnostic Solutions
Advanced diagnostic solutions for informed and personalized treatment at New England Retina Care
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Optical Coherence Tomography of Macula
Optical Coherence Tomography of Macula is a cutting-edge diagnostic technology that provides detailed, cross-sectional images of the macula, the central portion of the retina. This non-invasive imaging technique offers high-resolution scans, allowing for comprehensive assessment of the retinal layers and identification of subtle changes in macular structure.
Optical Coherence Tomography imaging plays a pivotal role in early detection and monitoring of various retinal conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and other macular disorders. By capturing precise images of the macula, Optical Coherence Tomography facilitates accurate diagnosis, enables treatment planning, and aids in evaluating the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.
Wide-field Fundus photography
Wide-field Fundus Photography is an advanced imaging technique used to capture high-resolution images of retina, allowing for a comprehensive view of the back of the eye. Unlike conventional fundus photography that captures a limited area, wide-field imaging provides a larger field of view, encompassing a more extensive portion of the retina in a single image. This technology enables vitreoretinal surgeons to assess a wide range of retinal abnormalities including retinal tears, detachments, vascular changes, and neoplasms.
Wide-filed fundus photography is also used for monitoring progression of peripheral retinal lesions and accurate documentation of extent of pathologies. It is a powerful tool for patient education by enabling retina specialists to visually illustrate retinal pathologies directly to patients and to facilitate a better understanding of the diagnosed condition, its location, and severity.
Wide-field Retinal Angiography
Wide-field Retinal Angiography is a diagnostic imaging procedure used to evaluate the blood circulation in the retina and choroid, the vascular layers at the back of the eye. During the procedure, a fluorescent dye is injected into a vein in the arm. As the dye travels through the bloodstream, a specialized camera captures images of the dye circulating through the blood vessels in the eye.
Through monitoring the blood flow within the retina, Retinal Angiography captures any interruptions or blockage from arterial or vein occlusions. It also provides information on leakage of the dye to identify compromised blood vessels in areas of abnormal blood vessel growth or inflammation. It allows detailed investigation of a wide range of retinal lesions including nevi and malignant lesions. With these applications, Retinal Angiography has become a valuable tool in diagnosis and management of a wide range of retinal conditions including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and retinal neoplasms.
Ophthalmic ultrasound
Ophthalmic ultrasound, also known as ocular ultrasonography, is a valuable diagnostic tool used to visualize and evaluate structures within the eye that are not easily seen with traditional imaging methods. This non-invasive procedure involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create detailed images of the eye’s internal structures.
There are two main types of ophthalmic ultrasound: A-scan and B-scan. A-scan ultrasound measures the echo time of sound waves bounced back from structures within the eye, providing information about the size and shape of the eye. B-scan ultrasound generates cross-sectional images of the eye, allowing visualization of structures deep within the retina, choroid, and the optic nerve. It is particularly useful when the view inside the eye is obstructed by conditions such as cataracts or bleeding inside the eye.
Ophthalmic ultrasound is beneficial in diagnosing various eye conditions, such as retinal detachments, tumors, foreign bodies, or evaluating trauma to the eye. Additionally, it is often utilized in cases where other imaging techniques, such as MRI or CT scans, may not provide adequate information or when a quick assessment is needed in emergency situations.