What is OCT Eye Tomography?
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a medical imaging technology used to image structures within the eye at high resolution. OCT produces high-resolution, cross-sectional images using an ultrafast light source and interferometry.
OCT, also known as eye tomography, is widely used for detailed examination of the retina and optic nerve fiber layer. Here are the main features of OCT eye tomography:
Retina Examination
OCT allows ophthalmologists to diagnose and monitor retinal diseases by imaging the retinal layers in detail. The retina is an important structure at the back of the eye that detects light and converts it into neural signals.
Glaucoma Evaluation
Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve fibers as a result of increased intraocular fluid pressure. OCT provides early diagnosis and follow-up of glaucoma by examining the optic nerve fiber layer in detail.
Macular Degeneration Monitoring
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a vision disorder that occurs due to damage to the macula area. OCT can help monitor AMD by examining the macular region with high-resolution images.
Diabetic Retinopathy Follow-up
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition in which the vessels at the back of the eye are damaged in diabetic patients. OCT can be used to evaluate this damage and guide treatment.
Dry and Wet Type Retinal Problems
OCT is used to evaluate both dry and wet type retinal problems. Wet type retina problems involve abnormal vascular growth under the retina.
OCT is widely used to evaluate eye health because it is a rapid, non-invasive imaging technique. This technology provides ophthalmologists with important information to diagnose diseases early, determine treatment plans, and monitor disease progression.
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