Technology
Bassendean Optical is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Visual Field Analyzer, Topographer, OPTOS wide angled retinal imaging, and Colorimeter. These advanced tools enable us to detect and monitor eye diseases with precision, ensuring the highest standard of care for your eye health.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that provides high-resolution, cross-sectional images of the internal structures of the eye. This technology allows your optometrist to visualize various layers of the retina and other ocular components in detail, facilitating early diagnosis and management of several eye conditions.
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OCT is primarily used to diagnose and monitor a variety of eye diseases, including:
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): OCT helps detect early signs such as drusen and abnormal blood vessels.
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Glaucoma: It can identify changes in the optic nerve, often earlier than traditional methods.
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Diabetic Retinopathy: The technique visualizes damaged blood vessels in the retina.
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Macular Holes and Puckers: OCT can clearly show structural changes in the macula.
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Vitreous Traction: It helps in assessing tractional forces on the retina.
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Retinal Detachments: OCT can reveal detachment details that may not be visible through other imaging methods
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Visual Field Analysis (Perimetry)
The Visual Field Analyzer is a diagnostic tool used primarily to measure the extent and sensitivity of a person's visual field that aids in diagnosing and managing various eye conditions by providing critical information about a patient's peripheral vision and overall visual field integrity. This device is essential for detecting various visual impairments and conditions affecting the eye and the visual pathway.
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Visual field analyzers are employed to:
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Diagnose Glaucoma: They are crucial for identifying early signs of glaucoma, often before noticeable symptoms occur. The test can reveal characteristic patterns of peripheral vision loss associated with this condition
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Monitor Disease Progression: Regular testing allows for tracking changes in visual fields over time, helping to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments for conditions like glaucoma and other retinal diseases
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Detect Neurological Conditions: Abnormal results can indicate issues related to the optic nerve or brain, such as strokes or tumors, by identifying specific types of vision loss or scotomas (blind spots) that correspond to neurological damage
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Assess Retinal Diseases: Conditions like retinitis pigmentosa and other inflammatory disorders can also be monitored through visual field testing, providing insights into disease progression and severity
Topography
A corneal topographer is a specialized instrument specifically designed to map the surface of the eye in order to analyze the curvature and shape of the cornea.
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Corneal topographers are primarily used to detect and manage several ocular conditions:
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Keratoconus: This progressive condition causes the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone shape, leading to distorted vision. Topography helps in early detection and monitoring its progression.
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Refractive Surgery Planning: Prior to procedures like LASIK, topography is essential for assessing corneal shape and ensuring optimal surgical outcomes.
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Contact Lens Fitting: Accurate corneal maps assist in selecting the appropriate contact lenses, especially for patients with irregular corneas.
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Post-Surgical Evaluation: After surgeries such as corneal transplants or refractive surgery, topography helps evaluate healing and any changes in corneal shape.
Colorimetry
Cerium's Intuitive Colorimeter is a specialised device designed for assessing and prescribing coloured filters to alleviate symptoms associated with Visual Stress.
The Intuitive Colorimeter systematically explores colour space by allowing practitioners to adjust three key parameters: hue, saturation, and brightness. This process helps determine the optimal filter for individual patients, which can significantly reduce discomfort and perceptual distortions often experienced during tasks like reading.
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The Intuitive Colorimeter is primarily used for:
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Diagnosing Visual Stress: It identifies specific colour sensitivities that may contribute to visual discomfort, headaches, and reading difficulties.
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Prescribing Filtered Lenses: Once the optimal colour is determined, it can be incorporated into precision filtered lenses tailored to the individual's needs.
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Supporting Patients with Neurological Conditions: The device is beneficial for individuals with conditions such as autism, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, where visual stress symptoms are prevalent.
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Enhancing Reading Ability: By reducing visual distortions, the prescribed filters can improve reading comfort and comprehension for those with dyslexia or similar challenges.
OPTOS Wide Angle Imaging
The Optos Daytona is an advanced imaging device used to capture ultra-widefield retinal images. It employs a unique scanning technology that allows for the visualization of up to 200 degrees of the retina in a single, non-contact image, significantly surpassing traditional methods that typically capture only 45 degrees.
The comprehensive imaging capability of the Daytona enhances the ability to detect pathologies that may not be visible with standard examination techniques. This early detection can lead to timely interventions, potentially preserving vision and improving patient outcomes.
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The Optos Daytona is primarily used to detect and monitor a range of retinal conditions, including:
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Diabetic Retinopathy: Early detection of changes in the retina due to diabetes.
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Macular Degeneration: Monitoring age-related changes that could lead to vision loss.
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Retinal Dystrophies: Identifying inherited retinal disorders.
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Choroidal Lesions: Assessing abnormalities in the choroid layer beneath the retina.
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Retinal Vascular Conditions: Evaluating blood vessel health and identifying potential blockages or leaks.
