Practical Retinal OCT.

This book discusses about the practical retinal OCT. This book describes the logical and simple analysis and interpretation method of OCT imaging and all the steps required to reach a diagnosis. OCT highlights retinal and choroidal alterations in morphology, structure and reflectivity and facilitates the study of the various retinal layers. Here Optovue OCT and Heidelberg Spectralis devices are used to get images of retina. These are very easy and reliable to use. The high resolution optical sections, section of choroid visible to the sclera, en face imaging, adapted the curvature of the fundus and other 2D and 3D images can be generated for detailed study of retina which helps to diagnose the various retina diseases. It is very important to interpret OCTs results for documentation, quantification and diagnosis of most common retinal pathologies. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging test that uses light waves to take cross-section pictures of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye (eyeSmart). This manual is a step by step guide to optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging and its interpretation. Beginning with an overview of OCT and histology, the following chapter discusses three basic steps in normal OCT analysis – morphology study, retinal and choroidal structure study, and reflective study. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of pathologic OCTs illustrates the evolution of various diseases, both spontaneous and after medical, surgical or laser therapy. Separate chapters are dedicated to ‘en face’ imaging and the role of OCT in the study and treatment of glaucoma. Authored by renowned experts Bruno Lumbroso and Marco Rispoli from Centro Oftalmologico Mediterraneo in Rome, this practical reference is highly illustrated with clinical images, illustrations and tables throughout. Key points Step by step guide to OCT for trainees Qualitative and quantitative data illustrates disease evolution, both spontaneous and after treatment Separate chapters dedicated to ‘en face’ imaging and OCT for glaucoma Written by expert ophthalmologists Bruno Lumbroso and Marco Rispoli Step by step guide to OCT for trainees. Includes chapters dedicated to 'en face' imaging and OCT for glaucoma, as well as qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Written by expert authors Bruno Lumbroso and Marco Rispoli.