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OCT is a non-invasive technique based on laser interferometry. This technique, similar to ultrasound, facilitates the detection of retinal diseases by providing cross-sectional images of the retina. This is useful for objective measurements and clinical evaluation in order to detect subtle pathological changes that may easily be missed by other means of examination.
This technique is especially useful for detecting the following conditions:
- Age-related Macular Degeneration
- To exclude pre-existing retinal diseases prior to cataract surgery
- Screening for subtle retinal pathologies when patients present with unexplained visual reduction
- Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy
- Screening for macular diseases for at-risk patients
- Macular holes
- Epiretinal membrane
- Central serous choroidopathy
- Optic disc pit
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