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Humphrey Visual Field

The Humphrey visual field is a diagnostic test to measure visual fields, or perimetry. The Humphrey visual field test measures the entire area of peripheral vision that can be seen while the eye is focused on a central point. During this test, lights of varying intensities appear in different parts of the visual field while the patient's eye is focused on a certain spot. The perception of these lights is charted and then compared to results of a healthy eye at the same age of the patient to determine if any damage has occurred.

This procedure is performed in about 20 minutes and is effective in diagnosing and monitoring glaucoma. Patients with glaucoma will undergo this test on a regular basis to determine the progress of the disease. The Humphrey visual field test can also be used to detect conditions within the optic nerve of the eye, and certain neurological conditions as well.

Zeiss Optical Coherence Tomography

Optical coherence tomography, also known as OCT, is an imaging system that uses light waves to produce a high-resolution view of the cross-section of the retina and other structures in the interior of the eye.

The images can help with the detection and treatment of serious eye conditions such as:

  • Macular hole
  • Macular swelling
  • Optic nerve damage
  • Age-related macular degeneration
  • Macular pucker
  • Glaucoma
  • Diabetic eye disease
  • Vitreous hemorrhage

OCT uses technology to rapidly scan the eye to create an accurate cross-section. Each layer of the retina can be evaluated and measured and compared to normal, healthy images of the retina.

The OCT exam takes about 10 to 20 seconds per eye to perform.

Zeiss Fundus Camera

A fundus photograph is a specialized form of medical imaging. Using a customized camera with high-powered lenses that are mounted to a microscope, photographs are taken of the back of the eye by focusing light through the cornea, pupil and lens. Fundus photographs are used to identify or monitor a wide variety of ophthalmic conditions.

To begin the process the patient will be asked to stare at a fixed device, keeping the eyes focused and still. There will be a series of flashes of light. The process usually takes no more than 5 minutes.

Some of the ophthalmic conditions fundus photography is used for include:

  • Glaucoma
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Macular edema
  • Retinal microaneurysm
  • Optic nerve disorders
  • Macular degeneration
  • Choroidal nevus

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