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Abstract #11946 Published in IGR 7-1

Diagnostic laser in glaucoma: scanning laser polarimetry (GDx VCC) and confocal scanning laser tomography (HRT)

Renard JP; Giraud JM; May F; Rigal-Sastourné JC; Oubaaz A; Reda K; Maurin JF
Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie 2005; 28: 177-184


Automated structural measurements of retinal nerve fibers and optic nerve head are possible with new lasers providing objective and reproductible data for analysis. Scanning laser polarimetry (GDx VCC), based on retardation of polarized light, assesses peripapillary nerve fiber layer thickness. Confocal scanning laser tomography yields precise topographic maps of the optic disc and peripapillary retina. The advantages, applications for glaucoma detection, both in a screening setting as well as for monitoring progression, limitations and pitfalls need to be well known and results should be analyzed with clinical data. LA: French

Dr. J.P. Renard, Service d'Ophtalmologie, Hôpital du Val de Grâce, 74, boulevard de Port Royal, 75005 Paris, France


Classification:

6.9.1 Laser scanning (Part of: 6 Clinical examination methods > 6.9 Computerized image analysis)



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